trounced

Trounced is a verb that describes a decisive and overwhelming defeat. When a person, team, or entity is trounced, it means they have been soundly beaten, often with a significant margin of victory for the opponent. The term implies a complete lack of competition or a severe inferiority on the part of the losing side.

The word is often used in sports contexts, where one team might trounce another. For example, a basketball team that wins by 50 points could be said to have trounced their opponent. It can also be applied to political contests, business dealings, or any situation where one party experiences a substantial and undeniable loss.

The origin of the word "trounced" is somewhat uncertain, but it is believed to have emerged in the English language around the 16th century. It carries a strong sense of finality and humiliation for the defeated party. To be trounced is to be utterly defeated, leaving little room for recovery or a claim of being competitive.