Synonyms for

Sledgehammer

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

Definition

A sledgehammer is a large, heavy hammer with a long handle, used for breaking things apart.

Synonyms & similar words

maul sledge maul sledge mallet beetle gavel hammer crowbar pestle rammer pounder pulverizer crusher smasher breaker weapon tool instrument implement

Example sentences

  1. He used a sledgehammer to break the wall.
  2. The construction worker swung the sledgehammer with force.
  3. The blacksmith hammered the metal with a sledgehammer.
  4. The sledgehammer made a loud noise when it hit the ground.
  5. The sledgehammer is too heavy for me to lift.

Quotes

  • With a sledgehammer, everything looks like a nail. - Unknown
  • Sometimes you need a sledgehammer, not a scalpel. - John Green
  • The sledgehammer is the tool of destruction, but also the tool of creation. - Unknown

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