assail

🇺🇸 /əˈseɪl/ 🇬🇧 /əˈseɪl/
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verb
R

to attack someone or something with force, either physically or using harsh words

The angry mob assailed the speaker with loud insults and threats.

愤怒的暴民用大声的侮辱和威胁攻击演讲者。

R

to cause someone to feel overwhelmed by worries, doubts, or fears

She was assailed by doubts about her ability to complete the project on time.

她对自己能否按时完成项目的能力产生了怀疑。

translation

v. 攻击, 困扰

词形变化

3rd Present assails
Past assailed
Perfect assailed
Progressive assailing