assail - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

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ssail

to launch a vigorous or violent attack on someone or something, either physically or verballyto launch a vigorous or violent attack on someone or something, either physically or verbally

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assault attack set on

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ssail

Third Person

assails

Present Participle

assailing

Past Tense

assailed

Past Participle

assailed

1

to launch a vigorous or violent attack on someone or something, either physically or verbally

The boxer assailed his opponent with a flurry of punches in the final round.
Pressure from creditors had been assailing the small business owner for months.
Burglars assailed the homeowner as he entered, demanding money and valuables.
The defense attorney tried to assail the credibility of the key witness on the stand.

Synonyms:

assault attack set on

2

attack in speech or writing

Synonyms:

attack assault round lash out snipe

3

launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with

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4

(of feelings or sensations) to worry or upset someone suddenly and profoundly