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impalement

[ɪmˈpeɪlmənt]

impalement Definition

  • 1the act of piercing or penetrating with a sharp stake or point
  • 2the state of being pierced or penetrated by a sharp stake or point

Using impalement: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "impalement" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The prisoner was sentenced to death by impalement.

  • Example

    The impalement of the vampire was the only way to kill it.

  • Example

    The impalement of the flag on the pole marked the end of the ceremony.

impalement Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for impalement

Phrases with impalement

  • impale on

    to pierce or penetrate with a sharp stake or point

    Example

    The hunter impaled the boar on his spear.

  • death by impalement

    a form of execution in which a person is pierced or penetrated with a sharp stake or point, causing death

    Example

    Impalement was a common form of execution in ancient times.

  • impale on one's own petard

    to be harmed or destroyed by one's own plan or action

    Example

    The politician was impaled on his own petard when his lies were exposed.

Origins of impalement

from French 'empaneler', meaning 'to impale', from Latin 'palus', meaning 'stake'

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Summary: impalement in Brief

The term 'impalement' [ɪmˈpeɪlmənt] refers to the act of piercing or penetrating with a sharp stake or point, or the state of being pierced or penetrated. It can be used in contexts such as execution, hunting, and ceremonial events. Phrases like 'impale on' and 'death by impalement' illustrate its usage, while 'impale on one's own petard' denotes being harmed by one's own actions.