Definitions

1. noun

an intense and sustained attack with bombs or shells, especially artillery fire

“The city suffered a devastating bombardment during World War II.”

2. noun

a strong and prolonged criticism or attack, especially in the media or on social media

“The celebrity faced a bombardment of negative reviews on her new album.”

3. noun

a large number of things arriving or happening at the same time

“The festival experienced a bombardment of visitors from all over the world.”

4. verb

to attack or assault someone or something with bombs or shells

“The army will bombard the enemy’s positions with artillery fire.”

5. verb

to criticize or attack someone or something strongly and repeatedly

“The journalist was bombarding the politician with tough questions.”