Definition

To step heavily on something, causing damage or injury, often by walking or running over it.

Example

The children trample the grass while playing in the park.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw a group of kids playing soccer in the park yesterday.

Oh really? Did they accidentally trample any flowers while running around?

Yes, it was a bit sad to see the flowers getting crushed.

I hope they learned to be more careful next time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The action of stepping heavily on something, often causing damage or making a loud noise.

Example

The trample of the crowd could be heard from far away.

Conversation

Did you hear that loud trample outside earlier?

Yeah, it sounded like a herd of elephants was passing by!

I thought it was just kids playing, but that noise was intense.

Definition

To step heavily on something, causing damage or destruction, or to treat someone badly without care for their feelings.

Example

The crowd began to trample the flowers in the garden as they rushed to the concert.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the crowd started to trample the flowers at the festival?

Yeah, it was so sad to see all those beautiful blooms getting crushed.

I can't believe people would be so careless to trample nature like that.

Root Explanation

Trample → It is formed from "tram" (from Old English *trampian*, meaning to tread or step) and "-le" (a suffix used to form verbs). The word "trample" means to tread heavily or crush underfoot.

Memory Tip

Think of 'treading' heavily with your feet — that's why 'trample' means to step down hard.

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