Blitz

/blɪts/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A sudden, intense military attack.
The army launched a blitz to capture the enemy stronghold.
A swift or sudden effort to accomplish something.
They organized a marketing blitz to promote the new product.
A burst of activity or effort to achieve a goal.
The team executed a blitz in the final minutes of the game.
verb
To overwhelm someone or something with a sudden and intense effort.
The students blitzed their studies in the days leading up to the final exam.
To attack or bomb with great intensity.
The forces blitzed the area to dismantle the enemy defenses.

Etymology

From German Blitzkrieg, meaning 'lightning war'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blitzkrieg
A swift and intense military attack.
media blitz
An intensive campaign in media to promote something.
blitz the exam
To study intensively for an exam in a short amount of time.

Related Words

offensive
An aggressive military campaign.
assault
A sudden, violent attack.
campaign
A series of coordinated activities aimed at achieving a goal.

Slang Meanings

To do something in a rush or with great intensity.
I’m going to blitz through this assignment tonight.
A party or social event with a lot of energy.
We had a total blitz at the party last night!