Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thump
verb, noun
/θʌmp/
Definition
A heavy, muffled sound, typically made by a heavy object hitting a surface.
Examples
- If you drop that book, it will thump on the floor!
- She heard a thump in the attic and went to investigate.
- The bass in the song made my heart thump with the rhythm.
Meaning
The noise produced when something heavy falls or strikes.
Synonyms
- bang
- thud
- strike
- hit
- pound
