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pummelled

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb pummel has 1 sense
  1. pummel, pommel, biff - strike, usually with the fist; "The pedestrians pummeled the demonstrators"
    --1 is one way to hit
    Sample sentence:
    The fighter managed to pummel his opponent

Definitions from the Web

Pummelled

Definition

Pummelled is the past tense and past participle of the verb pummel, which means to strike repeatedly and forcefully.

Usage

As a Verb (transitive)

In the sense of physically attacking or beating someone, pummelled is commonly used.

Example Sentence: The boxer pummelled his opponent with a series of powerful punches.

As a Verb (transitive, figurative)

In a figurative sense, pummelled can be used to describe overwhelming criticism or negative reactions towards someone or something.

Example Sentence: The actress was pummelled by the critics for her lackluster performance.

As a Verb (intransitive)

When used intransitively, pummelled means to engage in a physical fight or brawl.

Example Sentence: The two rivals pummelled each other relentlessly in the boxing ring.

As an Adjective

Pummelled can also be used as an adjective to describe someone or something that has been severely beaten or attacked.

Example Sentence: The pummelled car was barely recognizable after the collision.

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