What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
smiter
Example
The boxer was known as a powerful smiter, knocking out his opponents with ease. [smiter: noun]
Example
The king ordered his army to smite their enemies with all their might. [smite: verb]
aggressor
Example
The country was seen as the aggressor in the war, having launched the first attack. [aggressor: noun]
Example
He was accused of being an aggressor in the argument, shouting and threatening the other person. [aggressor: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Aggressor is a more commonly used term than smiter in modern language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between smiter and aggressor?
Both smiter and aggressor have a formal tone and are not commonly used in casual conversation. However, aggressor is more versatile and can be used in various formality levels, while smiter is less common and may be perceived as archaic or poetic.
