Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zap
verb
/zæp/
Definition
To strike or hit with a sudden burst of energy or force.
Examples
- He decided to zap the light with a remote to get everyone’s attention.
- The scientist aimed the machine to zap the virus instantly.
- She zapped through her chores in record time.
Meaning
Zap refers to the action of exerting a quick and powerful force on something, often in a figurative sense, like in a verbal exchange or during a quick action.
Synonyms
- strike
- sizzle
- blast
- flow
