blitz

/blɪts/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden, brief, and intense attack or assault, especially in a military or sports context

“The team’s blitz defense caught the opposing quarterback off guard.”

2. noun

a period of intense and concentrated effort or activity, especially in a short time

“The company’s blitz to meet the quarterly sales target was successful.”

3. verb

to attack or assault suddenly and briefly, especially in a military or sports context

“The army will blitz the enemy’s position tomorrow morning.”

4. verb

to carry out a period of intense and concentrated effort or activity, especially in a short time

“The marketing team will blitz the social media campaign next week.”

Synonyms

  • assault
  • raid

Antonyms

  • linger
  • prolong