trounce

/ˈtraʊns/; /ˈtrʌns/

Definitions

1. verb

to beat or defeat thoroughly; to overcome or overwhelm

“The team was trounced by their opponents in the championship game.”

2. noun

a heavy blow

“The trounce from the storm damaged the crops.”

Synonyms

  • beat
  • overpower
  • thrash

Antonyms

  • triumph
  • win