Trampled: meaning, definitions and examples

past participle

The term 'trampled' refers to the act of stepping heavily on something, often causing damage or destruction. It usually implies a lack of care or consideration for what is being stepped on. This word can be used literally, such as trampling grass or flowers, or metaphorically, such as trampling on someone's feelings. Trample conveys a sense of forcefulness and disregard.

crushed, flattened, squashed, stomped

Examples of usage

• The children trampled the flowers in the garden.

• His feelings were trampled by the harsh criticism.

• The crowd trampled over each other in the rush.

• The animals trampled down the tall grass.

• Don't trample on my dreams.