Pummelings, derived from the verb pummel, means to beat or strike repeatedly with the fists. Some synonyms for pummelings include thrashings, lashings, poundings, drubbings, and beatings. Each of these words describes an aggressive action of hitting or striking repeatedly. Other related words and phrases include bashing, hammering, assaulting, mauling, and plopping. All of these synonyms convey the same basic idea of repeatedly hitting something or someone. The choice of the word depends on the desired tone and emphasis, as well as the context in which it is used.