Angrepet

Angrepet is the definite form of the Norwegian noun angrep, meaning “the attack” or “the assault.” It denotes an act of aggression or an offensive action directed at a person, group, place, or objective. The term is used in a variety of contexts, including military operations, criminal acts, sports, and figurative language (for example, political or verbal attacks).

Grammatical notes: Angrep is a neuter noun. The indefinite singular is angrep, and the definite singular is angrepet. The indefinite plural is also angrep, while the definite plural is angrepene. The word is closely related to the verb angripe, which means “to attack.”

Usage and nuance: Angrepet often refers to a concrete event or planned action, as in reporting an assault or describing a military operation. In sports, it can describe an offensive sequence toward the opponent’s goal. In political or media discourse, it may carry strong connotations of aggression or criticism. The term is typically neutral in dictionary form, but context can shade it toward condemnatory or sensational usage.

Etymology and related terms: Angrepet derives from the verb angripe (to attack). Related terms include angripe, angrep (the indefinite form of the noun), and angrepene (the definite plural). Similar concepts in Norwegian include overfall (ambush) and offensiv (offensive), used in specific contexts.

See also: angripe, angrep.