Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

whammed

verb (informal)
/wæmd/
Definition
To hit or strike with a strong force; also used colloquially to describe being overwhelmed or surprised.
Examples
  • He whammed the door shut when he heard the news.
  • She felt whammed by the unexpected barrage of questions.
Meaning
The term ‘whammed’ often conveys a sense of sudden impact or intensity, both physically and emotionally.
Synonyms
  • hit
  • slammed
  • struck
  • overwhelmed