Crossword clue
Hit crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Hit”, from 3–9 letters. The most likely answer is STRIKE.
All answers for “Hit”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3-letter answers | ||
| RAP | 3 | Strike with a quick blow |
| 4-letter answers | ||
| SLAP | 4 | Strike with an open hand |
| SWAT | 4 | Strike sharply, as a fly |
| BELT | 4 | Strike hard, informally |
| BLOW | 4 | Hard stroke with fist or weapon |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| SMASH | 5 | Huge popular success |
| WHACK | 5 | Strike with a sharp blow |
| SMITE | 5 | Strike hard, in old-fashioned use |
| PUNCH | 5 | Strike with the fist |
| CLOUT | 5 | Heavy blow with the hand |
| SMOTE | 5 | Struck, in old-fashioned use |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| STRIKE Best match | 6 | Deliver a blow to |
| STRUCK | 6 | Delivered a blow, past tense |
| WINNER | 6 | Something that proves popular |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| SUCCESS | 7 | Something that does well |
| 9-letter answers | ||
| SENSATION | 9 | Something causing great excitement |
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What does “Hit” mean?
A verb meaning to strike, which keeps the same form in the past tense, so answers may be present (STRIKE) or past (STRUCK). As a noun it is a blow or, very often in crosswords, a popular success such as a hit record or show.
Solving tip
Because 'hit' is its own past tense, STRUCK and SMOTE are as valid as STRIKE and SMITE. If the clue feels theatrical or musical, go for SMASH, SUCCESS or WINNER.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Hit"?
The most likely answer is STRIKE (6 letters) — Deliver a blow to. Other common answers are SMASH (5), STRUCK (6), SUCCESS (7), SLAP (4).
How many letters are in the answer to "Hit"?
Answers to "Hit" range from 3–9 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.