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Meaning of the word assail in English

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assail

US /əˈseɪl/
UK /əˈseɪl/
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Verb

1.

make a concerted or violent attack on

Example:
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The enemy troops assailed the fortress.
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He was assailed with questions from reporters.
Synonym:
attackassaultchargestormpeltbombardharasstormentbadgercriticize
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