verb · Easy SAT word

Pummel

strike; strike, usually with the fist

Pummel in a sentence

The boxer began to pummel his opponent against the ropes.

Synonyms for pummel

strike
pound
beat

Antonyms for pummel

caress
soothe
comfort

Practice pummel on real SAT questions

Vocabulary like pummel appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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