slap (Meaning)
slap (n)
a blow from a flat object (as an open hand)
the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand
slap (v)
hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand
slap (r)
directly
slap (n.)
A blow, esp. one given with the open hand, or with something broad.
With a sudden and violent blow; hence, quickly; instantly; directly.
slap (v. t.)
To strike with the open hand, or with something broad.
Synonyms & Antonyms of slap
Synonyms:
- spear
- maul
- biff
- thrash
- jostle
- beat
- lace
- bowl (down or over)
- cream
- rough
- cuff
- pummel
- batter
- mangle
- bunt
- switch
- cane
- whale
- whip
- fell
- club
- dump
- deck
- cudgel
- hang one on
- slog
- sucker punch
- lambast
- pepper
- lambaste
- bean
- slash
- stamp
- level
- bung
- knee
- prod
- floor
- flail
- butt
- buffet
- scuff
- knock down
- brain
- pelt
- lash
- drub
- skull
- conk
- flog
- pommel
Antonyms:
slap Sentence Examples
- She felt a sharp slap across her face, the sting lingering long after the hand had retreated.
- The coach gave the player a slap on the back in congratulations for scoring the winning goal.
- His words were like a slap in the face, leaving her feeling hurt and betrayed.
- The sound of the slap echoed through the room, silencing everyone present.
- The comedian's slapstick routine had the audience roaring with laughter.
- She couldn't resist the urge to give her brother a playful slap on the arm.
- The chef seasoned the steak with a slap of pepper before grilling it to perfection.
- The judge's ruling felt like a slap in the face to those seeking justice.
- He woke up with a startle, feeling the slap of cold water splashed on his face.
- The toddler giggled uncontrollably as he gave his toy a playful slap.
FAQs About the word slap
a blow from a flat object (as an open hand), the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand, hit with something flat, like a paddle or the op
smack, clip, punch, knock, swipe, bang, hit, strike, whack, pound
applaud, compliment,approve, praise, compliment, applaud, hail, hail, commend, praise
She felt a sharp slap across her face, the sting lingering long after the hand had retreated.
The coach gave the player a slap on the back in congratulations for scoring the winning goal.
His words were like a slap in the face, leaving her feeling hurt and betrayed.
The sound of the slap echoed through the room, silencing everyone present.
