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Strong winds began to assail the tent.
What does Assail mean?
Assail means to attack strongly.
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To attack strongly with words, force, or pressure.
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The critic used harsh words to assail the plan.
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The character felt doubts assail him before the important speech.
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MeaningAssail means to attack strongly.
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Synonyms
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attackUse when someone or something acts against a target.
criticizeUse when attacking with words or judgment.
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Assail word family
Base word
assail
verb
assailed
Attacked strongly in the past.
noun
assailant
A person who attacks.
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