Slapdown

Pronunciation: /ˈsɫæpˈdaʊn/

Slapdown (noun)

  1. A quick, strong win that makes someone lose or feel embarrassed.
  2. A direct, forceful refusal or criticism that stops an idea or request.

Examples

  • The team suffered a slapdown in the final match.
  • A slapdown can happen when preparation is weak.

Slapdown (verb)

  1. To defeat someone quickly and strongly, often in a way that surprises them.
  2. To refuse or criticize an idea in a strong, direct way that ends it.

Examples

  • The champion slapped down the challenger in minutes.
  • They slapped down their opponents with strong teamwork.