zapping

The word “zapping” has 2 syllables: zap-ping.

It's pronounced as /ˈzæpɪŋ/.


What is synonym and antonym for zapping?

In the thesaurus, “zapping” has 15 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for zapping along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for zapping

  • banging
  • clapping
  • clipping
  • cracking
  • hitting
  • kicking
  • knocking
  • pounding
  • punching
  • slamming
  • slapping
  • smacking
  • striking
  • swiping
  • whacking

Meanings of zapping

  • verb
    1. To make a zap sound.
    2. To use a remote control to repeatedly change channels on a television.
    3. To strike (something or someone) with electricity or energy, as by shooting.
    4. To kill; to eliminate.
    5. To damage (especially electronics) with electrostatic discharge.
    6. To heat (something) in a microwave oven.
    7. To delete or discard (electronic media).
    8. To further energize or charge (magnetic material).
  • noun
    1. The act or result of being zapped.

Example Sentences

  • I enjoy zapping through TV channels to find something interesting to watch.
  • She spent the evening zapping between social media platforms to catch up on the latest news.
  • The remote control's quick zapping feature makes it easy to navigate through the menu.
  • While zapping through radio stations, I stumbled upon a great song I hadn't heard in years.
  • The constant zapping of the bug zapper in the backyard kept the mosquitoes at bay during the summer nights.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms or another words to zapping, such as: banging, clapping, clipping, cracking, hitting, kicking, knocking.

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