thud

[thʌd]

thud Definition

a dull, heavy sound made by something falling or hitting a surface.

Using thud: Examples

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

  • Example

    The book fell to the floor with a thud.

  • Example

    He heard the thud of footsteps behind him.

  • Example

    The ball hit the wall with a thud.

  • Example

    The tree fell to the ground with a thud.

thud Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thud

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Summary: thud in Brief

The term 'thud' [thʌd] refers to a dull, heavy sound made by something falling or hitting a surface. It is often used to describe the sound of an object hitting the ground or a wall, as in 'The book fell to the floor with a thud.' Synonyms include 'bang,' 'clunk,' and 'thump.'

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