trampled

[ˈtræmpəld]

trampled Definition

• 1. to step heavily on something or someone, causing damage or injury
• 2. to treat someone or something roughly or without consideration

Using trampled: Examples

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

• Example

  The flowers were trampled by the crowd.

• Example

  The protesters trampled on the flag during the demonstration.

• Example

  The company's reputation was trampled by the scandal.

• Example

  He felt trampled by his boss's harsh criticism.

trampled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for trampled

• crush
• flatten
• tread
• stomp
• stamp

Antonyms for trampled

• protect
• preserve

Phrases with trampled

• trample on someone's toes

  to offend or harm someone by interfering in their affairs or ignoring their rights

  Example

  I didn't mean to trample on your toes by making that decision without consulting you.

• trample underfoot

  to treat someone or something with contempt or disregard

  Example

  The government trampled the rights of its citizens underfoot by imposing strict censorship laws.

• trample down

  to crush or flatten something by walking heavily on it

  Example

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

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Summary: trampled in Brief

To 'trample' [ˈtræmpəld] means to step heavily on something or someone, causing damage or injury. It can also refer to treating someone or something roughly or without consideration. Examples include 'The flowers were trampled by the crowd.' and 'The company's reputation was trampled by the scandal.' Phrases include 'trample on someone's toes,' meaning to offend or harm someone by interfering in their affairs or ignoring their rights.