assail
/əˈseɪl/
verb
- To attack someone or something violently or with force.
- The soldiers assailed the fortress with arrows and ladders.
- The dog assailed the intruder, barking and snapping.
- A group of protesters assailed the politician with angry shouts.
- To criticize or oppose someone or something strongly and persistently.
- Critics assailed the movie for its weak plot and poor acting.
- The senator was assailed by reporters demanding answers.
- Online trolls assailed her with nasty comments after the interview.
- To affect someone or something in a troubling or overwhelming way (of thoughts, feelings, or sensations).
- Doubts assailed him as he prepared for the big presentation.
- A wave of sadness assailed her when she heard the news.
- The strong smell of smoke assailed our noses as we entered the building.