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