Word
pounded
Phoneticspound·ed
US/ˈpaʊndɪd/
UK/pˈaʊndɪd/
Definition
v. hit something or someone many times with a lot of force. It can also describe a heart beating very fast because of fear or excitement.
v. struck repeatedly with heavy blows; also refers to the rhythmic, heavy beating of the heart or the pulse. Often used in the passive voice to describe a surface or object that has endured significant impact.
Examples
“He pounded on the door until someone finally answered.”
“The heavy rain pounded against the windows all night, making it impossible for the family to sleep.”
“Her heart pounded against her ribs as she stepped onto the stage, the adrenaline surging through her veins before the first note of the concerto.”
Examples
simple
“He pounded on the door until someone finally answered.”
contextual
“The heavy rain pounded against the windows all night, making it impossible for the family to sleep.”
complex
“Her heart pounded against her ribs as she stepped onto the stage, the adrenaline surging through her veins before the first note of the concerto.”
Usage
Often takes the preposition 'on' or 'against' when describing physical impact.
Real-World Examples
“They have pounded the streets of Clacton over the past few weeks as they seek to win the support of about 80,000 voters.” Scan code
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