wham

Meanings

1. A forceful blow.
2. The sound of such a blow; a thud.
3. An attempt.
4. A great success.

1. Used to indicate the sound of a forceful blow, an explosion, etc.
2. Used to indicate something dramatic, sudden, and unanticipated has occurred.

1. To smash or strike (someone or something) with great force or impact; to slam, to whack.
2. To propel (something) with great force by kicking, striking, throwing, etc.
3. To smash or strike with great force or impact.
4. To move quickly or loudly.

Etymology

Onomatopoeic, representing the sound of an object being slammed against something.