blitz
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /blɪts/
KK: /blɪts/
intransitive verb
Definition
To perform a sudden and intense attack or effort, often used in sports contexts.
Example
The team decided to blitz the opposing defense in the final minutes of the game.
Tense Forms
Past: blitzed
Past Participle: blitzed
Conversation
Did you see the game last night?
Yeah, they really blitzed the other team in the second half!
I know, right? It was so exciting to watch them go for the win.
Absolutely! That strategy really paid off.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
attack
assault
rush
Antonyms
defend
retreat
withdraw
noun
Definition
A sudden and intense effort or attack, often used in military or sports contexts, or a focused campaign to achieve a specific goal quickly.
Example
The marketing team launched a blitz to promote the new product before the holiday season.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new marketing blitz for the concert?
Yeah, they're really trying to reach a lot of young people this time.
I think it's smart, especially with social media.
transitive verb
Definition
To attack or rush at someone or something suddenly and with great force, often used in a sports context.
Example
The defense decided to blitz the quarterback to prevent him from making a pass.
Tense Forms
Past: blitzed
Past Participle: blitzed
Conversation
Did you see how they blitzed the quarterback last night?
Yeah, it was intense! They really put pressure on him.
Exactly! I think that strategy worked well for their defense.
Root Explanation
Blitz originates from the German word 'Blitz', meaning lightning. It refers to a sudden, intense attack or effort, akin to the speed and force of lightning.
Memory Tip
Think of the German word for lightning, 'Blitz', to remember that a blitz is a fast and intense action, just like a flash of lightning.
Visually Confused Words
litz
blintze
blizz