Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

trounce

verb
/traŹŠns/
Definition
To defeat someone decisively in a competition or argument.
Examples
  • Our team managed to trounce the opponents in the finals last night.
  • She trounced her rivals in the debate, leaving them speechless.
  • The new strategy helped us trounce sales records from previous years.
Meaning
To win over someone with great force or to accomplish a victory that is overwhelming.
Synonyms
  • defeat
  • vanquish
  • overcome
  • triumph over
  • subdue