bestorm

/bɛˈstrɔm/

Definitions

1. verb

to attack or assault with great force or violence; to storm

“The soldiers will bestorm the enemy’s fortress tonight.”

2. verb

to attack with a storm, typically of the mind or emotions; to overwhelm

“The news of the accident bestormed her with grief.”

3. verb

to speak or utter loudly and fiercely; to vociferate

“The crowd bestormed the politician with angry questions.”

Synonyms

  • assail
  • assault
  • attack

Antonyms

  • pacify
  • soothe