Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of verb blindside

2 senses of blindside

Sense 1
blindside -- (catch unawares, especially with harmful consequences; "The economic downturn blindsided many investors")
       => surprise -- (come upon or take unawares; "She surprised the couple"; "He surprised an interesting scene")

Sense 2
blindside -- (attack or hit on or from the side where the attacked person's view is obstructed)
       => assail, assault, set on, attack -- (attack someone physically or emotionally; "The mugger assaulted the woman"; "Nightmares assailed him regularly")