Synonyms for

Stabbing

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

Definition

The act of thrusting a pointed object into something or someone, usually causing injury.

Synonyms & similar words

wounding knifelike dig poke lancinating cutting piercing stab knife prod lancinate jab keen piercing stab thrust jab puncture impale stick penetrate prick poke cut slash wound hurt injure damage assault attack kill murder

Synonyms by register

Formal

incising piercing puncturing

Informal

jabbing poking shanking

Literary

lancing thrusting

Antonyms

healing mending soothing comforting assisting aiding

Common collocations

  • stabbing pain
  • stabbing incident
  • stabbing victim
  • stabbing attack
  • stabbing weapon
  • stabbing spree
  • stabbing death

Word family

noun stab
verb stab
adjective stabbing

Usage note

The word 'stabbing' primarily refers to the act of wounding with a sharp object. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a sudden, sharp pain.

Example sentences

  1. The stabbing victim was lucky to survive.
  2. The police are investigating the stabbing.
  3. I felt a stabbing pain in my finger when I pricked it with a needle.
  4. The murderer was convicted of a brutal stabbing.
  5. She was charged with attempted stabbing.

Quotes

  • I felt a stabbing pain in my chest.
  • The stabbing left a permanent scar.
  • The vicious stabbing shocked the nation.

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