English Synonym Finder

assault

Definitions

A physical attack or a violent attempt to harm another person.

A concerted effort to achieve something or overcome a difficult situation.

The crime of threatening or attempting to inflict bodily injury upon another.

Examples

The suspect was charged with assault after the altercation at the bar.

The army launched a coordinated assault on the enemy's fortified position.

She felt that the loud music was an assault on her senses.

Synonyms

attack strike onslaught aggression invasion offensive raid

Antonyms

defense protection retreat surrender peace aid support