Synonyms: wallop
Definition: a severe blow
Definition: a forceful consequence; a strong effect
Usage: the book had an important impact on my thinking; the book packs a wallop
Similar words: effect, consequence, event, issue, result, outcome, upshot
Definition: a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
Usage: the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise; his decision had depressing consequences for business; he acted very wise after the event
Synonyms: wallop
Definition: defeat soundly and utterly
Usage: We'll wallop them!
Similar words: overcome, defeat, get the better of
Definition: win a victory over
Usage: You must overcome all difficulties; defeat your enemies; He overcame his shyness; He overcame his infirmity; Her anger got the better of her and she blew up
Synonyms: whack, wham, whop, wallop
Definition: hit hard
Usage: The teacher whacked the boy
Similar words: hit
Definition: deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument
Usage: He hit her hard in the face