The term 'trampled (on)' can be described by three different crossword solutions: 'STOMPED' (7 letters), 'TROD' (4 letters), and 'treaded' (7 letters). All three words refer to the act of walking or stepping on something, usually with force. Stomping is a more forceful action than trodding or treading, which are more gentle. Trampling is often used to describe the act of walking over something with disregard or disrespect.