ambush (73 synonym found)

Ambush has 73 synonyms. The top synonyms for ambush are come upon unexpectedly, take the offensive, hit like lightning, spring a surprise, do the unexpected, take by surprise, come from behind, surprise attack and 65 more. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for ambush?

A common synonym for ambush is come upon unexpectedly. Other synonyms include take the offensive, hit like lightning, spring a surprise, do the unexpected.

How many synonyms does ambush have?

Ambush has 73 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does ambush mean?

(n): a disposition or arrangement of troops for attacking an enemy unexpectedly from a concealed station.

Definition of ambush:

(n) : a disposition or arrangement of troops for attacking an enemy unexpectedly from a concealed station. Hence: Unseen peril; a device to entrap; a snare; a concealed station, where troops or enemies lie in wait to attack by surprise
(v) : to station in ambush with a view to surprise an enemy; to attack by ambush; to waylay
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Definition of ambush:

(n) : a disposition or arrangement of troops for attacking an enemy unexpectedly from a concealed station. Hence: Unseen peril; a device to entrap; a snare; a concealed station, where troops or enemies lie in wait to attack by surprise
(v) : to station in ambush with a view to surprise an enemy; to attack by ambush; to waylay
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