BELEAGUERED


Meaning of BELEAGUERED in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ bɪli:gə(r)d ]

1.

A beleaguered person, organization, or project is experiencing a lot of difficulties, opposition, or criticism. ( FORMAL )

There have been seven coup attempts against the beleaguered government.

ADJ : usu ADJ n

2.

A beleaguered place or army is surrounded by its enemies. ( FORMAL )

The rebels continue their push towards the beleaguered capital.

= besieged

ADJ

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