noun

The noun "assault" means an act of attacking, physically or verbally, with the intention of causing harm or fear. It can refer to acts of physical violence, threats, or sexual violence that cause harm or injury to another person.

verb

"Assault" as a verb means to attack or threaten someone physically, verbally, or sexually. It can also refer to violating someone's rights or causing harm to someone in a non-physical way.

Example

noun

1. She filed charges of assault against her ex-boyfriend after he attacked her in the street.
2. The victim suffered serious injuries as a result of the assault and was rushed to the hospital for treatment.
3. The suspect was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon for threatening his neighbor with a knife.

verb

1. The man was charged with assaulting a police officer during the protest.
2. The group of teenagers planned to assault the rival gang members.
3. The woman was traumatized after being assaulted by a stranger in the park.