bombard
3 synonyms for bombard, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To attack repeatedly with bombs, shells, or gunfire.
Synonyms
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Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use bombard
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bombard with questions
bombard with emails
Etymology
From Middle French bombarde, an old word for a cannon or mortar, ultimately from Latin bombus meaning "a booming sound."
Full origin of bombard →Frequently asked questions
What does “bombard” mean?
The word “bombard” means to attack repeatedly with bombs, shells, or gunfire. In plain terms, to attack with heavy weapons, or figuratively to overwhelm someone with too much of something at once.
How do you pronounce “bombard”?
“Bombard” is pronounced BOM-bahd (/ˈbɑmˌbɑɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bombard” in a sentence?
Here is “bombard” used in a sentence: “Artillery bombarded the enemy position for hours.”
What is another word for “bombard”?
Words with a similar meaning to “bombard” include bomb.
What part of speech is “bombard”?
“Bombard” is a verb.
Where does the word “bombard” come from?
The word “bombard” comes from Latin. From Middle French bombarde, an old word for a cannon or mortar, ultimately from Latin bombus meaning "a booming sound.".
How many meanings does “bombard” have?
“Bombard” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to attack repeatedly with bombs, shells, or gunfire.
