verb
assail
Assail (verb) means to attack with harsh words or violent force.
verb
1
To attack with harsh words or violent force.
2
To overcome or successfully argue against; defeat.
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Etymology
From Middle English assailen, from Old French assaillir, assalir, from Late Latin assalīre, from Latin ad (“at, towards”) + salīre (“jump”). See also assault.
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What is the meaning of assail?
"assail" (verb) means to attack with harsh words or violent force.
What are the different meanings of assail?
"assail" has 2 main meanings: 1. To attack with harsh words or violent force; 2. To overcome or successfully argue against; defeat.