wallop

/ˈwɒləp/

Definitions

1. noun

a loud, heavy blow, or a sudden and forceful impact.

“He took a wallop from the punch and fell to the ground.”

2. verb

to hit or strike something with force, or to deal a heavy blow.

“The waves will wallop the shore during high tide.”

3. verb

to give a sudden and severe rebuke or criticism.

“She was walloped by her teacher for her bad behavior.”

4. interjection

an expression used to emphasize a point or to indicate a sudden impact.

“Wallop! The news of her winning the lottery shocked everyone.”

Synonyms

  • blow
  • punch
  • slam
  • thud

Antonyms

  • caress
  • stroke