attack

• Substantiv, das eine aggressive und gewaltsame Handlung gegen eine Person, einen Ort oder eine Sache bezeichnet, sowie den plötzlichen Beginn einer Krankheit oder eines Zustands.

A noun referring to an aggressive and violent action against a person, place, or thing, or a sudden onset of an illness or condition.

1. Violent actA2formal

   An act of violence intended to harm or damage someone or something.

   Angriff

   • The attack on the embassy was condemned by world leaders.
   • He survived a vicious attack in the park.
   • The military launched a surprise attack at dawn.

   Synonymeassaultbarragebombardmentchargeforayoffensiveonsetonslaughtraidstrike

   Antonymedefenseguardprotection

2. B2formal

   A strong or hostile criticism or verbal assault.

   Kritik

   • The politician faced a fierce attack from the opposition.
   • Her article was a direct attack on the company's policies.
   • He launched a personal attack on his rival during the debate.

   Synonymeassaultbarragebroadsidecastigationcensurecondemnationdenunciationdiatribeinvectiveonslaughttiradevilification

   Antonymeaccoladeapprovalcommendationcomplimentdefenseendorsementpraisesupport

3. Medical episodeB1formalmedical

   A sudden onset of a medical condition or illness.

   Anfall

   • He suffered a heart attack last night.
   • She had a severe asthma attack after exercising.
   • The patient experienced a panic attack during the flight.

   Synonymeboutepisodefitparoxysmseizurespasm

4. Sports offensiveB1informalsport

   An offensive action in sports aimed at scoring points.

   Angriff

   • The team's attack was relentless in the second half.
   • Their attack broke through the defense and scored a goal.
   • The coach praised the attack for their quick passing.

   Synonymeassaultchargedriveoffenseoffensiveonslaughtpush

   Antonymedefense

• Verb, das aggressive Handlungen gegen jemanden oder etwas bezeichnet, körperlich oder verbal.

A verb used to indicate the act of taking aggressive action against someone or something, either physically or verbally.

1. Act of aggressionA2formal

   To use physical force against someone or something in an attempt to harm or damage.

   Angriff

   • The dog attacked the intruder without warning.
   • Soldiers attacked the enemy base at dawn.
   • He was attacked by a group of strangers on the street.

   Synonymeambushassailassaultbesetchargego forlay intomugraidset onset uponstormstrike

   Antonymedefendguardprotect

2. Criticize stronglyB2formal

   To criticize someone or something harshly or aggressively.

   Scharf kritisieren

   • The politician attacked his opponent's policies during the debate.
   • She attacked the article for its biased reporting.
   • Critics attacked the film for its poor plot.

   Synonymeassailberateblastcondemndenouncelambastepilloryrevilesavagevilify

   Antonymeacclaimapplaudapprovecommendcomplimentlaudpraise

3. Begin with enthusiasmB2informal

   To start doing something with great energy and determination.

   Mit Enthusiasmus angehen

   • He attacked the pile of homework with renewed vigor.
   • She attacked the problem from a new angle.
   • They attacked the project with enthusiasm and creativity.

   Synonymepitch intoset abouttackleundertake

   Antonymeabandonavoidneglectshirkshun