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spanking Synonyms

Another word for spanking

Choosing another word for spanking depends on context, so the 20 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An act or instance of slapping someone on the buttocks with the open hand or a flat object, especially as a form of corporal punishment.

Usage Example

"Many modern child psychologists strongly advise parents against using a paddling as a method of discipline."

Strongest
paddling
Strong
smacking
whipping
thrashing
hiding

• adverb (Context 2)

Completely or utterly (used informally as an intensifier, especially before 'new' or 'clean').

Usage Example

"She arrived at the cycling tournament riding a completely new carbon-fiber bike."

Strong
completely
utterly
entirely
thoroughly
totally

• adjective (Context 3)

Moving at a fast, brisk, or lively pace (especially of a horse or a breeze).

Usage Example

"The sailboat glided effortlessly across the bay in a brisk breeze."

Strongest
brisk
Strong
lively
clipping
swift
vigorous

• adjective (Context 4)

Strikingly impressive, large, or fine of its kind (informal).

Usage Example

"The mechanic did a splendid job restoring the vintage roadster to its original condition."

Strong
splendid
first-rate
superb
smashing
terrific

Opposites of spanking

The opposite of spanking shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

sluggish
slow
mediocre
inferior
slightly
poor
lethargic
partially
See all opposites of spanking

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Spanking. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/spanking
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