Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slugged
verb
/slʌɡd/
Definition
To strike heavily or forcefully, often used in a physical or metaphorical sense.
Examples
- After he slugged the punching bag, he felt a rush of adrenaline.
- The team slugged through the last quarter of the game, securing their victory.
Meaning
The term ‘slugged’ typically implies delivering a strong blow or impact, whether in a literal sense (like hitting someone) or in a figurative sense (like an impact on a situation).
Synonyms
- hit
- struck
- pounded
- thumped
- battered
