Common Assault

Synonyms of common assault

• simple assault
• misdemeanor assault
• minor assault

Antonyms of common assault

• aggravated assault
• serious assault
• felonious assault

Collocations of common assault

criminal charge

Frequency: 65 %

The defendant was arrested and faced a criminal charge for the assault.

physical violence

Frequency: 60 %

The victim suffered physical violence during the assault.

violent behavior

Frequency: 50 %

The defendant exhibited violent behavior during the assault.

legal action

Frequency: 45 %

The victim decided to take legal action against the perpetrator of the assault.

Idiomatic Expressions for common assault

• Phrase: to be convicted of common assault
  Meaning: to be found guilty in a court of law of physically attacking or harming someone
  Usage: The perpetrator was convicted of common assault and sentenced to community service.