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Synonyms of ATTACK

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ATTACK: definition and more

21 synonyms in 9 meanings 17 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of ATTACK by meaning

noun

  1. (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

  2. intense adverse criticism

  3. ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation

    Also: plan of attack.

  4. the act of attacking

  5. a decisive manner of beginning a musical tone or phrase

    Also: tone-beginning.

verb

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

  2. attack in speech or writing

    Also: lash out.

  3. take the initiative and go on the offensive

  4. attack someone physically or emotionally

    Also: set on.