Whack

Pronunciation: /ˈwæk/

Whack (verb)

  1. to hit something or someone with a lot of force.
  2. to reduce something by a large amount suddenly.

Examples

  • He whacked the ball with the bat.
  • She whacked the table in frustration.

Common collocations: whack the ball, whack someone, whack prices, whack the budget, a loud whack

Whack (noun)

  1. a strong, forceful hit or blow.
  2. an attempt to do something, especially when unsure of success.

Examples

  • He gave the ball a whack.
  • The door closed with a loud whack.

Synonyms of Whack

Informal

Antonyms of Whack

  • when describing gentle touch