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Synonyms & Antonyms of attack
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
- The USS Constitution was nicknamed "Old Ironsides" after its oaken hull successfully withstood a British attack
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2
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
- malaria is characterized by periodic attacks of chills and fever
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attack
verbSynonyms & Antonyms of attack (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to take sudden, violent action against
- our dog unexpectedly attacked the mailman, sinking his teeth into the startled man's leg
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2
to criticize harshly and usually publicly
- the mayor and all his aides were attacked mercilessly in the press when the scandal erupted
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3
to start work on energetically
- Courtney attacked the huge mess in her room with determination and enthusiasm
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The first known use of attack was circa 1576
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