Synonyms of spanking

Noun

1. spanking, discipline, correction

usage: the act of slapping on the buttocks; "he gave the brat a good spanking"

Verb

1. spank, paddle, larrup, beat, beat up, work over

usage: give a spanking to; subject to a spanking

Adjective

1. alert, brisk, lively, merry, rattling, snappy, spanking, zippy, energetic (vs. lethargic)

usage: quick and energetic; "a brisk walk in the park"; "a lively gait"; "a merry chase"; "traveling at a rattling rate"; "a snappy pace"; "a spanking breeze"

Definition and meaning of spanking (Dictionary)