assails是什么意思？

If someone assails you, they criticize you strongly.

If someone assails you, they attack you violently.

If you are assailed by something unpleasant such as fears or problems, you are greatly troubled by a large number of them.

If you say that a loud sound or a strong smell assails someone's ears or nostrils, you are emphasizing that it is very intense and seems shocking or unpleasant.