Synonyms of assault

11 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for assault is attempt. Other synonyms of assault are attack and onrush. The opposite of assault is defense.

Synonyms and similar words for assault

onfallA falling on or upon; an attack, onset, or assault.
onrushAn aggressive assault.
aggression
assailmentThe act of assailing.
attackAn attempt to detract from the worth or credibility of, a person, position, idea, object, or thing, by physical...
attemptAn assault or attack, especially an assassination attempt.
offense
offensive
onsetAn attack; an assault especially of an army.
onslaught
strike

noun A violent onset or attack with physical means, for example blows, weapons, etc.
noun A violent verbal attack, for example with insults, criticism, and the like.
noun An attempt to commit battery: a violent attempt, or willful effort with force or violence, to do hurt to another, but without necessarily touching the person, such as by raising a fist in a threatening manner, or by striking at the person and missing.

What is another word for assault?: Assault has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as attempt, attack and onrush.
What is the opposite of assault?: The opposite of assault is defense.
What does assault mean?: Assault means a violent onset or attack with physical means, for example blows, weapons, etc.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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