attacking

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with
  2. verb attack in speech or writing
  3. verb take the initiative and go on the offensive

Etymology

From attack + -ing.

Synonyms

attack, assail

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