Basher: meaning, definitions and examples

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basher

 

[ ˈbæʃər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

person

A person who strikes or hits violently, especially with the fists.

Synonyms

aggressor, assailant, attacker

Examples of usage

  • The basher attacked the victim with a baseball bat.
  • He was known as a basher for his aggressive behavior on the field.
Context #2 | Noun

internet

A person who posts inflammatory or provocative messages online in order to provoke arguments or disrupt a discussion.

Synonyms

flamer, instigator, troll

Examples of usage

  • The forum was overrun by bashers who derailed the conversation with their negative comments.
  • The social media basher received backlash for their controversial posts.

Translations

Translations of the word "basher" in other languages:

🇵🇹 agressor

🇮🇳 आक्रमणकारी

🇩🇪 Schläger

🇮🇩 penyerang

🇺🇦 нападник

🇵🇱 agresor

🇯🇵 攻撃者

🇫🇷 agresseur

🇪🇸 agresor

🇹🇷 saldırgan

🇰🇷 공격자

🇸🇦 مهاجم

🇨🇿 útočník

🇸🇰 útočník

🇨🇳 攻击者

🇸🇮 napadalec

🇮🇸 árásarmaður

🇰🇿 шабуылдаушы

🇬🇪 შემტევი

🇦🇿 hücumçu

🇲🇽 agresor

Word origin

The word 'basher' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the verb 'bash', which means to strike hard or with a glancing blow. Originally used to describe someone who physically strikes or hits violently, the term has evolved to also include those who engage in online behavior intended to provoke or disrupt. The modern usage of 'basher' reflects the changing landscape of interpersonal and online communication.

See also: bash, bashful, bashfully, bashfulness.