reassault

/ˌriːəˈsɒlt/ REE-ə-SALT

Definitions

1. verb

to attack or assault again, especially after a previous defeat or withdrawal

“The general ordered his troops to reassault the enemy’s strongpoints.”

2. noun

an act of attacking or assaulting again

“The reassault on the enemy’s position was a desperate gamble.”

Synonyms

  • reattack
  • retake

Antonyms

  • retreat
  • withdraw