smash

SMæʃ

Definitions

1. verb

to break or shatter something into pieces, often violently or noisily

“The car crash was a huge smash that left many people injured.”

2. noun

a sudden and violent collision or crash, especially of vehicles

“The smash on the highway was so severe that it took hours to clear the wreckage.”

3. noun

a sudden and complete failure, especially of an event or performance

“The new play had a smash, but only for a few weeks before it closed.”

4. noun

a hit or popular song, especially one that is very successful

“The new album has a smash hit with its lead single.”

Synonyms

  • collision
  • crash
  • crumple
  • demolish

Antonyms

  • assemble
  • construct
  • put together
  • rebuild