Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
personal-attack
noun
ˈpɜːrsənl əˈtæk
Definition
A verbal or written assault that targets an individual rather than addressing the subject at hand.
Examples
- During the debate, he resorted to a personal attack instead of discussing the policy issues.
- Her comment was more of a personal attack than constructive criticism.
Meaning
A personal attack is an argument aimed at a person’s character or qualifications rather than their ideas or arguments.
Synonyms
- Ad hominem
- Character assassination
- Insult
