Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smite
verb
/smaɪt/
Definition
To strike, hit, or attack with great force.
Examples
- He vowed to smite his enemies with fierce vengeance.
- The knight smote his foe in a single stroke.
- Heavy storms can smite the countryside, causing extensive damage.
Meaning
Smite generally means to deliver a heavy blow or to affect someone or something deeply.
Synonyms
- strike
- hit
- smash
- slay
- assail
