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Definition attack in British English

attack noun

noun
/əˈtæk/

▪ bitter, concerted, fierce, harsh, scathing

Example

a vicious attack

Example

measures to reduce the number of sexual attacks on young women

Synonyms and related words
attack assault bashing
Example

a nuclear attack

Example

Government forces renewed their attacks on a key communications tower.

Example

We mounted a surprise attack against their ammunition depot.

Example

The city was under attack throughout the night.

Synonyms and related words
air raid air strike attack
Example

The book is widely seen as an attack on the education system.

Example

He was outraged by the personal attacks launched against him.

Example

Both candidates have come under attack for their health-care proposals.

Synonyms and related words
criticism attack reproach
3

the beginning or return of an illness, or the period during which you have it

Example

a severe asthma attack

Example

an attack of the flu

Synonyms and related words
illness bout attack
3.1

the beginning of a strong feeling or need, or the period during which you have it

Example

a hunger attack

Example

an anxiety attack

Example

an attack of spring fever

Synonyms and related words
fit impulse surge
4

an attempt to score points against an opponent in a game or sport

Example

Their attack in the final minutes wasn't enough to win the game.

Synonyms and related words
a clean sheet aggregate all
Definition attack in British English