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bodyslam Synonyms
Another word for bodyslam
Choosing another word for bodyslam depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A wrestling maneuver in which a combatant lifts an opponent completely off the ground and throws them forcefully down onto their back.
Usage Example
"The crowd cheered loudly when the challenger executed a sudden takedown in the center of the ring."
Strong
takedown
• verb (Context 2)
To lift a person off the ground and throw them forcefully down onto their back, especially in wrestling.
Usage Example
"The defending champion managed to slam his rival onto the mat to secure the win."
Strong
slam
Weak
tackle
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Bodyslam. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/bodyslam