beating Synonyms
Another word for beating
• verb (Context 1)
To strike a person, animal, or object repeatedly and violently.
"Heavy rain was strike against the windowpanes throughout the night."
• noun (Context 2)
A punishment or assault in which a person or animal is struck repeatedly and severely.
"Historical records describe the harsh corporal punishment and severe beatings once common in maritime discipline."
• verb (Context 3)
To defeat an opponent in a game, contest, or election, or to surpass a previous record.
"The visiting team is currently defeat the defending champions by ten points."
• adjective (Context 4)
Throbbing, pulsating, or striking in a regular, rhythmic manner.
"The physician listened carefully to the steady, pulsating rhythm of the patient's heart."
• noun (Context 5)
A decisive defeat in a sporting match, election, or competition, or a severe financial loss.
"Technology stocks took a heavy drubbing in the market following the unexpected interest rate hike."
• verb (Context 6)
To stir or whisk culinary ingredients vigorously to incorporate air and make a smooth or fluffy mixture.
"She spent several minutes whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks formed."
• noun (Context 7)
A regular, rhythmic striking, throbbing, or pulsating movement or sound.
"We could hear the rapid throbbing of the hummingbird's wings as it hovered near the feeder."
Opposites of beating
The opposite of beating shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: