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trample

[ˈtræmpl]

trample Definition

  • 1to step heavily on something or someone, causing damage or injury
  • 2to treat someone or something without respect or care

Using trample: Examples

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

  • Example

    The crowd trampled the flowers in the park.

  • Example

    The elephant trampled the fence and escaped from the zoo.

  • Example

    He felt trampled by his boss's criticism.

  • Example

    The company's reputation was trampled by the scandal.

trample Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for trample

Antonyms for trample

Phrases with trample

  • trample on someone's toes

    to offend or harm someone by interfering with their interests or rights

    Example

    I didn't mean to trample on your toes by accepting the job offer.

  • to crush something underfoot so that it is flat or destroyed

    Example

    The hikers trampled down the grass as they walked through the field.

  • to treat someone or something without respect or care

    Example

    The company trampled over the workers' rights by cutting their benefits.

Origins of trample

from Middle English 'trampen', meaning 'to tramp'

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Summary: trample in Brief

The verb 'trample' [ˈtræmpl] means to step heavily on something or someone, causing damage or injury, or to treat someone or something without respect or care. It can refer to physical actions like 'The crowd trampled the flowers in the park.' or metaphorical ones like 'The company's reputation was trampled by the scandal.' 'Trample' extends into phrases like 'trample on someone's toes,' denoting interference with interests or rights, and 'trample down,' implying destruction.