
Smite
Old Testament
Used in biblical context, representing divine punishment or forceful action.
And God smote the wicked cities of Sodom and Gomorrah.
Intensity
Emphasizes the strength of the impact, more forceful than a simple hit.
The boxer smote his opponent with a devastating uppercut.
Decisive Action
Implies a conclusive or decisive action, often to end a conflict.
The hero smote the dragon, ending its reign of terror.