Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accosted
verb
/əˈkɔːstɪd/
Definition
to approach someone boldly or confrontationally.
Examples
- She was accosted by a stranger while walking home.
- The journalist was accosted by fans after the event.
Meaning
When someone is accosted, they are approached in a way that can be aggressive or challenging.
Synonyms
- approached
- confronted
- intercepted
- challenged
