whump

noun

Definition of whumpnext
as in bang
a loud explosive sound the crate of oranges landed on the floor with a whump a whump in the kitchen startled the dog

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whump
  1. bang
  2. clap
  3. boom
  4. blast
  5. pop
  6. thunderclap
  7. roar
  8. crash
Noun
  • Taylor Swift has her blond bangs—sometimes middle-parted, sometimes swept to the side, but always present.
    — Kristen Philipkoski, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
  • While getting the most bang for the buck can be a compelling goal, Stryker recommends homeowners consider something else.
    — Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of bang
Noun
  • JuJu Watkins, the star sophomore, stared blankly ahead, offering only a slow, deliberate clap.
    — Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Kansas City is also trying to set the world record for the largest collection of claps and is inviting all who visit to help be a part of it, Cocoran said.
    — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of clap
Noun
  • Given how low rates were during the first few years of the Covid pandemic, which sparked a massive refinance boom, there are now precious few borrowers who can benefit from a refinance at the current rates.
    — Diana Olick, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2025
  • The boom, or hydraulic arm of the crane, snapped as the structure came down.
    — Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 2 Apr. 2025
Definition of boom
Noun
  • In the recreation of the track’s music video, directed by Parris Goebel — who also worked on the original — the fans have a blast while delivering a fierce, heartfelt performance of the Mayhem single’s choreo.
    — Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Cause of blast, fire under investigation The cause of the blast and resulting fire is under investigation.
    — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2025
Definition of blast
Noun
  • Backstreet Boys Dates: July 11-13; July 18-20; July 25-27; Aug. 1-3; Aug. 8-10; Aug. 15-17 Time: 8 p.m. What to expect: Another first for the Sphere in 2025 is the debut of its first pop act, the ’90s quintet whose popularity has aged well and with a multigenerational fan base.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
  • The album musically represents an amalgamation of both John’s and Carlile’s sounds, blending Carlile’s folk and country sensibilities with John’s signature brand of pop.
    — Chris Malone Méndez, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Definition of pop
Noun
  • Wait for the all-clear: After the last lightning strike or thunderclap, wait at least 30 minutes before resuming outdoor activities.
    — Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2025
  • The camera is rarely static over the chess match between the two, always motivated by the flashes of thought and the thunderclaps of emotion that play out between them.
    — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 25 Mar. 2025
Definition of thunderclap
Noun
  • The roars crescendoed in the bottom of the first as Tatis led off with a single, Tatis and Machado each stole a base and Merrill, after falling behind 0-2 against Sale, one-handed a two-run single into center field.
    — Dennis Lin, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The roar of the crowd and the buzzing of the buzzer as time expires can reach the same volume levels as a jackhammer!
    — Barry Gordemer, NPR, 27 Mar. 2025
Definition of roar
Noun
  • In the immediate aftermath of the crash, the arrivals rate at DCA was temporarily reduced.
    — Zach Wichter, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2025
  • There is a crash on I-70 between I-435/Exit 411 and 78th Street/Exit 414.
    — Kansas City Star Bot, Kansas City Star, 2 Apr. 2025
Definition of crash
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“Whump.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whump. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.

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