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assailed

/æsɛɪld/ verb · British & US
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What does assailed mean?

verb

To attack or assail someone or something with words or arguments; to criticize or attack harshly. To be attacked or assaulted, typically physically.

Example

"The politician's speech was assailed by critics who accused her of being out of touch with the common people."

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