pommeled Definition
- 1to beat or strike with repeated blows, especially with the fist
- 2to attack or assail persistently, as with scorn or ridicule
Using pommeled: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pommeled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The boxer pommeled his opponent with a series of quick jabs.
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The politician was pommeled by the media for his controversial statements.
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The hailstones pommeled the roof of the car.
pommeled Synonyms and Antonyms
Summary: pommeled in Brief
The verb 'pommeled' [puhm-uhld] means to beat or strike with repeated blows, especially with the fist, or to attack or assail persistently, as with scorn or ridicule. It is often used in the context of physical violence or harsh criticism. Examples include 'The boxer pommeled his opponent with a series of quick jabs' and 'The politician was pommeled by the media for his controversial statements.' Synonyms include 'beat,' 'pummel,' and 'assail.'
