attacking

[əˈtækɪŋ]

attacking Definition

the act of aggressively moving towards and attempting to harm or damage someone or something.

Using attacking: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "attacking" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The lion was attacking its prey.

  • Example

    The army was attacking the enemy's stronghold.

  • Example

    The hacker was attacking the company's computer system.

attacking Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for attacking

Antonyms for attacking

Phrases with attacking

  • a situation in which a combatant can strike an opponent who is not defending themselves

    Example

    The rogue took advantage of an attack of opportunity to strike the enemy.

  • an attack on someone's character or personality rather than their ideas or arguments

    Example

    The politician resorted to personal attacks against his opponent instead of discussing the issues.

  • an attack launched with the intention of preventing an anticipated attack from the enemy

    Example

    The country launched a preemptive attack on its neighbor to prevent an invasion.

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Summary: attacking in Brief

'Attacking' [əˈtækɪŋ] refers to the act of aggressively moving towards and attempting to harm or damage someone or something. It can be used in various contexts, such as physical attacks like 'The lion was attacking its prey,' or non-physical attacks like 'The hacker was attacking the company's computer system.' Phrases like 'attack of opportunity' and 'preemptive attack' denote specific types of attacks, while 'personal attack' refers to an attack on someone's character or personality.