devo
adjective · casual
Devastated, very disappointed.
How Aussies use it
- I was devo when I missed the concert.
- She'll be devo if she doesn't get the job.
Good to know
A shortened form popular with younger Australians.
Saying it more formally
In a formal email, essay or the PTE test, use very disappointed instead.
Slang is great for chatting with friends and workmates, but keep it out of PTE essays and formal writing.