Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

vicious attack

phrase
/ˈvɪʃ.əs əˈtæk/
Definition
A violent act that is characterized by cruelty or a desire to cause harm.
Examples
  • The vicious attack on the defenseless animal shocked the community.
  • Witnesses described seeing a vicious attack during the street fight.
Meaning
A vicious attack often refers to an aggressive and brutal assault that may leave the victim severely injured or traumatized.
Synonyms
  • brutal assault
  • ferocious attack
  • cruel assault