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Assaulted: meaning, definitions and examples

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assaulted

 

[ əˈsɔːltɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

crime

To make a physical attack on someone, often causing them harm or injury. It can include hitting, punching, kicking, or using a weapon.

Synonyms

attack, batter, beat up, injure, mug

Examples of usage

  • The victim was brutally assaulted in the parking lot.
  • She was assaulted by a stranger on her way home.
  • The suspect was charged with assaulting a police officer.
  • The gang members assaulted the innocent bystanders.
  • The government condemned the act of assaulting peaceful protesters.
Context #2 | Verb

verbal

To attack someone verbally, usually with the intent of causing emotional harm or distress. It can involve insults, threats, or derogatory remarks.

Synonyms

abuse, belittle, berate, harass, insult

Examples of usage

  • She felt assaulted by the harsh words of her colleague.
  • The online trolls relentlessly assaulted the celebrity with hateful comments.
  • The politician was assaulted by the media for his controversial statements.
  • The teacher intervened when one student started assaulting another with hurtful words.

Translations

Translations of the word "assaulted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 agredido

🇮🇳 हमला किया गया

🇩🇪 angegriffen

🇮🇩 diserang

🇺🇦 нападений

🇵🇱 zaatakowany

🇯🇵 攻撃された

🇫🇷 attaqué

🇪🇸 atacado

🇹🇷 saldırıya uğramış

🇰🇷 공격받은

🇸🇦 مُعتدى عليه

🇨🇿 napadený

🇸🇰 napadnutý

🇨🇳 被袭击

🇸🇮 napaden

🇮🇸 ráðist á

🇰🇿 шабуыл жасалды

🇬🇪 შეტევა

🇦🇿 hücum edildi

🇲🇽 atacado

Etymology

The word 'assaulted' originates from the Middle English word 'assauten', which comes from the Old French word 'assaillir', meaning 'to attack'. The concept of assault has been present throughout history as a form of aggression or violent behavior. In legal terms, assault refers to the act of intentionally causing another person to fear imminent harm or unwanted physical contact. The word has evolved to encompass both physical and verbal attacks, reflecting the various forms of aggression in society.

See also: assaulter, assaulting, assaults.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,024, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.