attack
word
/əˈtæk/
uh-TAK
/ɐtˈæk/
uh-TAK
Definition
To try to hurt someone or something physically or verbally; also, a sudden effort to do something, or a military strike.
Usage & Nuances
Used as both a verb ('to attack') and a noun ('an attack'). Common collocations: 'heart attack', 'verbal attack', 'launch an attack'. Can describe physical aggression, strong criticism, or sudden efforts. Don't confuse with 'defend' (opposite).
Spanish: atacar - ataque (sustantivo)Portuguese (BR): atacar - ataque (substantivo)Portuguese (PT): atacar - ataque (substantivo)Chinese (Simplified): 攻击 (动词/名词)Chinese (Traditional): 攻擊 (動詞/名詞)Hindi: हमला करना - हमला (संज्ञा)Arabic: هاجم - هجوم (اسم)Bengali: আক্রমণ - হামলাRussian: атака - нападениеJapanese: 攻撃Vietnamese: tấn côngKorean: 공격Turkish: saldırı - atakUrdu: حملہ - حملہ کرناIndonesian: serangan - menyerang
Example Sentences
The dog tried to attack the cat.
basic
He had a heart attack last year.
basic
The army will attack at dawn.
basic
Why did you attack me during the meeting?
natural
Their team started the game with a strong attack.
natural
She felt like the reporter's questions were an attack on her skills.
natural