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What is another word for Attack? – 131 Attack Synonyms

    Need another word for Attack? Use these synonyms of Attack from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    assault invade raid strike invade bombard besiege storm charge onslaught foray incursion invasion offensive aggression violence hostility belligerence onslaught barrage blitz foray invasion raid siege strike assault attack bombardment charge invasion offense aggression violence

    Meaning of Attack

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "attack" refers to a military operation, typically involving a sudden and violent assault on a person, place, or position, with the intention of capturing, destroying, or overpowering it.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "attack" as a military operation, a sudden and violent assault, or a verbal or written criticism.
    • Cambridge Dictionary defines "attack" as a military operation, a sudden and violent attack on a person or place, or a verbal or written criticism of someone or something.

    Example Uses

    • The army launched a surprise attack on the enemy's base, catching them off guard.
    • The politician's speech was a fierce attack on the government's policies.
    • The dog's attack on the mailman was unexpected and violent.
    • The company launched a marketing attack on social media to promote their new product.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    defend protect guard shield preserve conserve safeguard secure reinforce support strengthen fortify resist repel withstand deter prevent avert evade avoid retreat surrender yield capitulate acquiesce