Synonyms for

Stomp

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

Definition

to bring the foot down onto the ground heavily and noisily

Synonyms & similar words

stump stamp trample stamp crush smash pound thump bang bash beat wallop whack hit slam knock pummel punch strike kick tread march

Synonyms by register

Formal

trample pound batter

Informal

stomp around stomp on stomp out

Literary

thump batter

Antonyms

tiptoe tread pad creep walk glide step lightly

Common collocations

  • stomp on the ground
  • stomp your foot
  • stomp around
  • stomp out of
  • stomp the grapes
  • stomp the pedal

Word family

noun stomp
verb stomp

Usage note

Stomp implies a heavy, forceful, and often angry or aggressive way of walking or stepping. It is generally informal and can suggest a lack of grace or subtlety.

Example sentences

  1. I had to stomp on the brakes to avoid hitting the squirrel.
  2. The elephant would stomp on the ground when it was angry.
  3. I like to stomp my feet in puddles and watch the water splash.
  4. Don't stomp your feet in the library, it's too loud.
  5. The child would stomp his feet when he didn't get his way.

Quotes

  • I'm gonna stomp 'em to dust. I'm gonna grind their bones.
  • I just wanna stomp on his face 'til it comes off.
  • When all else fails, stomp on the enemy's groin area.

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