Synonyms of zap

Noun


1. zap, event

usage: a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact; "they gave it another zap of radiation"

Verb


1. zap, affect, impress, move, strike

usage: strike suddenly and with force; "This show zaps the viewers with some shocking scenes"

2. zap, vaporize, kill

usage: kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting; "in this computer game, space travellers are vaporized by aliens"

3. nuke, atomize, atomise, zap, bombard, bomb

usage: strike at with firepower or bombs; "zap the enemy"

4. microwave, micro-cook, zap, nuke, cook

usage: cook or heat in a microwave oven; "You can microwave the leftovers"

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Definition and meaning of zap (Dictionary)