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Meaning of Grappled
The primary meaning of the word "Grappled" is to engage in a fierce struggle or battle.
Definitions
- To engage in a fierce struggle or battle, either physically or mentally
- * To deal with a difficult or challenging problem
- * To seize or grip something firmly, typically with the hands
Etymology of Grappled
The word "Grappled" originates from the Middle English word "graplen", which is derived from the Old French word "grapler", meaning "to seize" or "to grip"
Historically, the word was used to describe a type of naval warfare where two ships would be lashed together and the crews would engage in hand-to-hand combat
Example Uses
- The two wrestlers grappled for control of the mat
- * The team grappled with the difficult challenge of completing the project on time
- * The hikers grappled with the steep and rocky terrain
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
surrendered
yielded
submitted
complied
cooperated
agreed
concurred
acquiesced
capitulated
relinquished
abandoned
deserted
escaped
evaded
avoided
shunned
dodged
evaded
neglected
ignored
dismissed