aggravated assault

ag·gra·vat·ed assault (gr-vtd)

n.

Any of various assaults that are more serious than a common assault, especially one performed with an intent to commit a crime.

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Noun

1.

aggravated assault - a reckless attack with intent to injure seriously (as with a deadly weapon) assault - a threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who appears to be able to cause bodily harm if not stopped