the best defence is attack
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Synonym of attack is the best form of defence.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “the best defence is attack” mean?
Synonym of attack is the best form of defence.
Is “the best defence is attack” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.