cast down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To make (a person) discouraged or dejected.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Disclose it not to the others, for none can strive with Fate and gain the victory, and it would but cast down their hearts. But it is fitting we be ready against evil hap.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To overthrow, to defeat or bring to ruin.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see cast, down.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “cast down” mean?
To make (a person) discouraged or dejected.
Is “cast down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.