Attack
Noun, Verb
UK
/əˈtæk/
US
/əˈtæk/
Definition
(v) : To try to hurt, damage, or strongly criticise someone or something.
(n) : The act of attacking.
(n) : The act of attacking.
Example
"The military launched a surprise attack early in the morning to gain advantage."
"She attacked his opinion harshly during the meeting, shocking everyone in the room."
"The military launched a surprise attack early in the morning to gain advantage."
Explanation
“Attack” generally means to act with force or aggression against someone or something. This can be physical (like a fight), verbal (like an argument), or digital (like a cyberattack). It’s used in both everyday life and serious contexts like war, debates, or health (heart attack).