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Term: Assailant

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A person who attacks someone physically or verbally.

Example Sentence: The brave security guard managed to detain the assailant until the police arrived.

Sense 2:

Definition: A person who attempts to harm or criticize someone's reputation or character.

Example Sentence: The journalist endured harsh criticism from several assailants after publishing the controversial article.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Characterized by aggression or hostility.

Example Sentence: The assailant behavior of the dog made it clear that it wasn't safe to approach.

Sense 2:

Definition: Acting with determination and forcefulness.

Example Sentence: The company launched an assaliant marketing campaign to stand out among its competitors.