crushing

/kɹˈʌʃɪŋ/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination
   “a crushing blow”

noun

1. forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority
   “the suppression of heresy”

Synonyms for crushing

• devastating
• destructive
• suppression
• quelling
• stifling

Words that rhyme with crushing

• gushing
• brushing
• rushing
• blushing
• flushing
• onrushing