Synonyms of attacker

attacker

noun

as in assailant

one who violently sets upon another

was able to pick her attacker out of the police lineup

Synonyms & Similar Words

• assailant
• assaulter
• robber
• predator
• bushwhacker
• rapist
• invader
• aggressor
• besieger
• raider
• mugger
• raper
• molester
• ravager
• counterattacker

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of attacker

Since joining from Hull City for £20million in January 2020, the attacker has made 280 appearances across all competitions, scoring 85 goals and registering 63 assists. — Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 18 July 2026

Eventually, the attacker would entice the target to install malware disguised as security software. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 16 July 2026

As the victim turned to get the water, the attacker began stabbing him, Din told the newspaper. — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 16 July 2026

The other danger is that ransomware attackers often steal sensitive data during their intrusions, which can then be leveraged to extort victim companies into paying to keep the data quiet. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 16 July 2026

As the victim turned to get the water, the attacker began stabbing him, according to Din. — Reuters, NBC news, 15 July 2026

Shortly after scoring the goal, Tuchel subbed out attacker Leroy Sané for slow, but able defender Kim Min-jae in an effort to protect the lead. — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 15 July 2026