slap down Antonyms

Meaning of slap down

slap down

to prohibit or restrain usually abruptly and with censure from acting in a specified way, to put an abrupt stop to

FAQs About the word slap down

to prohibit or restrain usually abruptly and with censure from acting in a specified way, to put an abrupt stop to

crack down (on), sit on, put down, suppress, subdue,quell,repress, squash, destroy, squelch

aid,help, assist, support, back, forward, promote,prop up, provoke, abet

The angry teacher slapped down the book on the student's desk, demanding attention.

The judge slapped down the gavel, ending the chaotic courtroom proceedings.

With a triumphant smirk, the chess player slapped down his last piece, checkmating his opponent.

The wind howled and slapped down against the window panes, threatening to break them.