Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pound-the-table
idiom
/paʊnd ðə ˈteɪ.bəl/
Definition
An expression used to convey strong feelings or insistence on a point or opinion, often in a forceful or emphatic manner.
Examples
- During the meeting, she really started to pound the table, emphasizing how important this project was.
- He pounded the table in frustration when his ideas were dismissed.
Meaning
To ‘pound the table’ means to express one’s opinions or beliefs with vigor and determination, often during a discussion or debate, showing that one is serious about their stance.
Synonyms
- Emphasize
- Assert
- Insist
- Demand
