biff Synonyms
Another word for biff
• noun (Context 1)
A sharp blow or punch, typically delivered with the fist (informal).
"In the old slapstick comedy, the clown took a playful punch on the nose."
• verb (Context 2)
To strike or hit someone or something sharply, especially with the fist (informal).
"The boxer managed to punch his opponent squarely on the chin during the opening round."
• noun (Context 3)
Physical fighting or a brawl, especially among players during a contact sports match (Australian and New Zealand informal).
"The referee quickly stepped in to stop the brawl that broke out between the rival forwards."
• verb (Context 4)
To fail at, botch, or suffer a clumsy fall or mishap during an activity (North American slang).
"The skateboarder tried a difficult jump over the rail but ended up biffing the landing."
• interjection (Context 5)
Used to represent the sound or sudden impact of a sharp blow or punch, especially in comic books.
"whack! The superhero knocked the villain backward with a single comic-book punch."
• verb (Context 6)
To throw, hurl, or toss something away carelessly (New Zealand informal).
"He decided to chuck the broken umbrella into the rubbish bin on his way home."
Opposites of biff
The opposite of biff shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: