smite
/ˈsaɪt/Definitions
1. verb
to attack or strike someone or something with force, often in a fierce or violent manner
“The storm will smite the city with heavy rain and strong winds.”
2. verb
to inflict a severe or damaging blow on someone or something
“The news of the accident smote the family with great sadness.”
3. noun
a severe or damaging blow
“The smite of the rock shattered the glass.”
4. noun
a divine or supernatural punishment
“The smite of God was said to have brought about the destruction of the city.”