trample
3 synonyms for trample, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To crush or damage something by walking heavily on it.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
tramp down
tread down
How to use trample
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
trample on rights
trample underfoot
trample the grass
Etymology
From Middle English tramplen, formed from tramp + the frequentative suffix -le, suggesting repeated heavy steps.
Full origin of trample →Frequently asked questions
What does “trample” mean?
The word “trample” means to crush or damage something by walking heavily on it. In plain terms, to crush something underfoot, or to disregard someone's rights harshly.
How do you pronounce “trample”?
“Trample” is pronounced TRAM-puhl (/ˈtɹæmpəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “trample” in a sentence?
Here is “trample” used in a sentence: “The crowd trampled the flowerbeds trying to get to the stage.”
What part of speech is “trample”?
“Trample” is a verb.
Where does the word “trample” come from?
The word “trample” comes from Middle English. From Middle English tramplen, formed from tramp + the frequentative suffix -le, suggesting repeated heavy steps.
How many meanings does “trample” have?
“Trample” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to crush or damage something by walking heavily on it.
