attack · n
attack (CRITICISM)
C2 when you say something to strongly criticize someone or something
Dictionary examples:
a scathing attack on the president (60.1)
attack
B1 a violent act intended to hurt or damage someone or something
Dictionary examples:
The snowball attack caught the teacher by surprise during recess. (0.0)
The pillow attack at the sleepover left feathers flying everywhere. (0.0)
The surprise water balloon attack cooled everyone off on the hot day. (0.0)
The town was once again under attack. (28.9)
a terrorist attack on the capital (40.1)
a racist attack (59.3)