stab noun verb Stress: first syllable π€ Save Syllables: stab (1) English Definition A thrust with a knife or other pointed weapon; a sudden sharp feeling. Example Sentence He made a stab at the thief. US IPA /stΓ¦b/ π Listen US UK IPA /stΓ¦b/ π Listen UK Synonyms pierce thrust puncture wound jab Antonyms heal cure soothe Share this Word Facebook WhatsApp X Telegram Copy Link