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onslaught

noun
/ˈɒn.slɔːt/

Meaning

A fierce or destructive attack.

Example Sentences

The village faced an onslaught of enemy forces.

Synonyms

attack, assault, offensive, invasion, charge

Antonyms

defense, retreat

Collocations

violent onslaught, military onslaught, onslaught of criticism

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