Pummel
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Pummel [puhm-uh l]

VERB

VERB

  • Criticize severely

  • To strike repeatedly with the fists

Example

“The group pummelled Gaurav for coming up with an idea that was completely based on treachery.”

“My father pummelled me for opting English as my majors.”

Synonyms

Thrash, Attack, Criticize, Punch, Crush

Antonyms

Support, Aid, Complement, Assist, Help, Lose, Praise