TROUNCE
Scrabble letter values: T1R1O1U1N1C3E1 = 9
Definition
- verb beat severely with a whip or rod. — synonyms: flog, welt, whip, lather, lash, slash, strap
- verb come out better in a competition, race, or conflict. — synonyms: beat, beat_out, crush, shell, vanquish
- verb censure severely or angrily. — synonyms: call_on_the_carpet, take_to_task, rebuke, rag, lecture, reprimand, jaw, dress_down
Examples
- “The teacher often flogged the students”
- “The children were severely trounced”
- “Agassi beat Becker in the tennis championship”