Whupped

The past tense and past participle of "whup," a colloquial term primarily used in Southern American English, signifying a forceful act, often of physical discipline or a decisive victory. It implies a vigorous application of force, whether physical or metaphorical, leading to submission, defeat, or overwhelming of an opponent or a situation. The term carries connotations of severity, and occasionally punishment, and can extend to describe a scolding or reprimand, especially when delivered with significant verbal force. The word paints a picture of definitive and potentially intense confrontation. It is often used in contexts emphasizing a clear outcome or a lesson learned through a display of power or control. The term might also suggest a display of superiority.

Whupped meaning with examples

• After the debate, the seasoned politician essentially whupped his opponent, exposing their lack of experience with concise arguments and quick wit that left his adversary struggling to recover. The crowd witnessed a masterful display of political strategy that was designed to gain favour and ultimately lead to a substantial advantage.
• The younger brother was behaving badly so his father told him that if he didn't behave he would have been whupped for misbehaviour. The child immediately fell into line, fully understanding the seriousness of the admonition and the potential consequences of disobedience, ceasing the inappropriate act.
• The champion fighter mercilessly whupped his challenger in the final round, the swift barrage of blows leading to an inevitable and conclusive knockout. The crowd roared as his opponent lay prostrate on the ground, the definitive win was a stunning demonstration of skill, strength and dominance.
• When they arrived at the auction, they soon saw the price of the property for sale was getting way beyond what they would have liked to have paid. The auctioneer whupped the competition, driving up the price with expert timing, resulting in the property being sold at over the asking price.
• The team was hopelessly outmatched from the beginning and were immediately whupped by their opponents. The score was an extremely lop sided affair, but the players had to play the match fairly. It was such a decisive defeat, showcasing a severe lack of skill and coordination from the team.