Brunt

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:7 ptsWWF:10 pts5 letters

Definition of Brunt

Noun

  1. The full adverse effects; the chief consequences or negative results of a thing or event.

    "Unfortunately, poor areas such as those in New Orleans bore the brunt of Hurricane Katrina’s winds."

  2. The force or shock of an attack in war.
  3. The major part of something; the bulk.

    "If you feel tired of walking, just think of the poor donkey who has carried the brunt of our load."

  4. A violent attack or charge in battle.
  5. A sudden harmful onset or attack (of disease, unbelief, persecution, etc.).

Verb

  1. To bear the brunt of; to weather or withstand.
  2. To make a violent attack or charge.

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