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Meaning of barrage
The primary meaning of the word "barrage" is a concentrated and intense attack or criticism.
Etymology of barrage
The word "barrage" originates from the French language, derived from the verb "barrer," meaning "to bar" or "to block"
Historically, the term referred to a barrier or obstruction, such as a dam or a fence, but its meaning has expanded to include a concentrated and intense attack or criticism
Synonyms
assault
attack
bombardment
onslaught
barrage fire
broadside
cannonade
salvo
volley
fusillade
shower
hail
deluge
torrent
flood
stream
barrage of criticism
blast
barrage of questions
bombard
pummel
pepper
beset
besiege
harass
badger
harry
plague
torment
bedevil
beleaguer
beset
bombard
assail
storm
strike
blast
hail
pelt
shower
barrage of complaints
barrage of demands
Definitions
- A concentrated and intense attack or criticism
- * A large quantity of something, such as questions or complaints, directed at someone or something
- * A barrier or obstruction, such as a dam or a fence
Usage Examples
- The company faced a barrage of criticism from customers and investors after the product launch failed
- * The army launched a barrage of artillery fire against the enemy's position
- * The politician was subjected to a barrage of questions from the press corps during the conference