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maul Antonyms
Opposite of maul
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• verb (Context 1)
To wound or injure severely by scratching, tearing, or crushing (typically referring to an animal attack).
Usage Example
"The hiker survived the terrifying encounter but was badly mauled by the bear."
Strongest
heal
Strong
protect
• verb (Context 2)
To handle something or someone roughly, clumsily, or brutally.
Usage Example
"The rare book was practically mauled by careless visitors flipping through its fragile pages."
Strong
pamper
Weak
protect
Similar words to maul
Looking for synonyms? Words similar to maul vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:
manhandle
mangle
mallet
mutilate
lacerate
sledgehammer
claw
batter
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Maul. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/maul