Synonyms for

Thrashing

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

Definition

to beat or hit repeatedly with a stick or whip

Synonyms & similar words

clobber slam convulse threshabout thrashabout beating bat licking whipping thrash cream lam toss slamdance flail slash jactitate trouncing whacking lacing slaughter lick drubbing mosh thresh beating whipping flogging lashing pounding battering mauling spanking slapping striking hitting clobbering pummeling punching assaulting attacking drubbing trouncing walloping belting

Example sentences

  1. The boy was given a thrashing for stealing a candy bar from the store.
  2. The gardener was thrashing the weeds with a broom.
  3. The wrestler gave his opponent a thrashing during the match.
  4. The drummer was thrashing the cymbals with great energy.
  5. The waves were thrashing against the rocks on the shore.

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  • "I have never seen a greater monster or miracle in the world than myself." - Michel de Montaigne
  • "My pain may be the reason for somebody's laugh. But my laugh must never be the reason for somebody's pain." - Charlie Chaplin
  • "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs

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