Synonyms for

Hits

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

Synonyms & similar words

collidewith hit score arriveat remove gain dispatch tally bang stumble smasher striking polishoff impingeon smash rackup collision hitting reach shoot off murder runinto bumpoff cometo

Synonyms by register

Formal

strikes impacts collides affects

Informal

whacks smacks bashes thwacks

Literary

smote thumped pounded

Antonyms

misses fails avoids dodges evades neglects

Common collocations

  • hard hits
  • direct hit
  • heavy hits
  • first hit
  • big hit
  • clean hit
  • hits home
  • hits the mark

Word family

noun hit
verb hit
adjective hitting

Usage note

As a noun, 'hit' can refer to a successful song, performance, or product. As a verb, it implies forceful contact or a strong effect.

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