Synonyms for

Bashing

Verb / ˈbæʃɪŋ / Another word for bashing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of hitting or striking someone or something violently and repeatedly.

Synonyms & similar words

sock bop whop bash bonk whap beating pounding thumping whipping striking slapping hitting smacking punching clubbing lamming clobbering thrashing drubbing bludgeoning battering flogging mauling assaulting attacking

Synonyms by register

Formal

criticizing condemning denouncing attacking

Informal

slamming trashing dissing ragging on

Literary

assailing lambasting pillorying

Antonyms

praising supporting approving commending encouraging lauding defending

Common collocations

  • bash the government
  • bash the media
  • bash opponents
  • bash a movie
  • bash a book
  • bash a policy
  • bash someone's ideas

Word family

noun bash
verb bash

Usage note

Primarily used informally to mean severe criticism. Can also refer to a party or celebration, but this is less common in contemporary usage.

Example sentences

  1. The bully was caught bashing the smaller kids on the playground.
  2. The soccer ball kept bashing against the garage door.
  3. The drums were bashing loudly during the concert.
  4. The waves were bashing against the shore.
  5. The boxer was bashing his opponent in the ring.

Quotes

  • I don't do bashing. I'm into creativity, not destruction.
  • Bashing is not leadership. Show the world what can be done and how to do it.
  • Bashing someone else's success won't make you successful.

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