mugged off

Treated like nothing

Mugged off is British slang meaning treated with disrespect, taken advantage of, or made to look foolish.

Someone who's been mugged off has been deceived, manipulated, or publicly embarrassed: He completely mugged me off in front of everyone.

The phrase gained wider currency through reality television, particularly shows like *Love Island*.

Related

gaslighted · humiliated · hoodwinked · disrespected · gulled · stitched up · mocked · embarrassed · ridiculed · taken the piss · deceived · dismissed · scammed · swindled · belittled · betrayed · tricked · strung along

Opposites
respect and treatment

mugged offrespected

Held in high regard

valued · appreciated · looked after · cherished · honored

social status and dignity

mugged offhonored

Given recognition or respect

elevated · celebrated · praised · given credit · put on a pedestal

Family

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Abstract · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG