hit (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /hɪt/

Definition

To strike something or someone with force.

Examples

• He accidentally hit his head on the shelf.

• The car hit a tree in the storm.

• She hit the ball over the fence.

How to Use hit

hit on (phrasal verb)

To discover or think of something suddenly. — "She hit on a great idea for the project."

hit by (prepositional phrase)

To be negatively affected by something. — "The company was hit by a sudden drop in sales."

hit back (phrasal verb)

To retaliate or respond aggressively. — "He was insulted and decided to hit back."

Synonyms of hit

Words with a similar meaning to hit:

• strike
• smash
• punch
• batter

Antonyms of hit

Words with the opposite meaning to hit:

• miss
• avoid

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