Clues for the word "SMITE"

We've had 85 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 178 times in crosswords. It was last seen in New York Times crossword on April 16, 2024.

Definition of smite

v. t. - To strike; to inflict a blow upon with the hand, or with any instrument held in the hand, or with a missile thrown by the hand; as, to smite with the fist, with a rod, sword, spear, or stone.
v. t. - To cause to strike; to use as an instrument in striking or hurling.
v. t. - To destroy the life of by beating, or by weapons of any kind; to slay by a blow; to kill; as, to smite one with the sword, or with an arrow or other instrument.
v. t. - To put to rout in battle; to overthrow by war.
v. t. - To blast; to destroy the life or vigor of, as by a stroke or by some visitation.
v. t. - To afflict; to chasten; to punish.
v. t. - To strike or affect with passion, as love or fear.
v. i. - To strike; to collide; to beat.
n. - The act of smiting; a blow.