Eviscerated

Eviscerated is the past tense of the verb eviscerate. To eviscerate means to disembowel or remove the internal organs of a person or animal. This can be done through surgical procedure, injury, or as a part of certain ritualistic practices. The term is also used metaphorically to describe the complete destruction or ruin of something, such as an organization, a plan, or a piece of writing, often implying that its essential parts have been removed or destroyed.

The act of evisceration has a historical presence in various cultures, sometimes associated with punishment or sacrifice. In medical contexts, evisceration can refer to the accidental or intentional removal of abdominal organs during surgery or trauma. This is a serious medical event that requires immediate attention and surgical intervention to prevent infection and further complications.

Metaphorically, "eviscerated" suggests a thorough and devastating dismantling. For example, a critical review might be described as having eviscerated a film, meaning it completely dismantled and exposed its flaws. Similarly, a budget cut could be said to have eviscerated a program, implying that essential funding and operations have been removed, leaving it ineffective. The word carries a strong connotation of thoroughness and often negative outcome.