assail

Pronunciation: /əˈseɪl/

The English word “assail” has 2 meanings listed here.

verb

To attack with harsh words or violent force.
To overcome or successfully argue against; defeat.

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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