Pronunciation

/bæŋ/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. A sharp, loud noise caused by something hitting or exploding. 2. (informal) A sudden realization or epiphany. 3. (slang) A sexual encounter or act. 4. (UK) A fist strike or punch.
• Verb: 1. To cause a sudden, loud noise. 2. To express or communicate a sudden, strong emotion or opinion. 3. (slang) To have a sexual encounter or act.
• Adverb: With emphasis, dramatically, or suddenly.

Phrases

• “Go bang!” (to encourage someone to make a sound)
• “The fireworks went off with a loud bang.”
• “Her words hit me like a ton of bricks, it was a mental bang.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The door slammed shut with a loud bang.”
• Verb: “He banged on the table to get everyone’s attention.”
• Interjection: “Bang! That idea really caught my interest.”

Synonyms

• Clap
• KAPOW (comic book slang)
• Pow!
• Crash
• Boom

Antonyms

• Silence
• Softly
• Quietly