Looking for the meaning of the word BELEAGUERED in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of BELEAGUERED with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Beleaguered
Speech Type: Adjective
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
bɪˈliːɡəd
Dialects: British English
Definition:
in a very difficult situation
Short Definition:in very difficult situation
Examples:- the board is supporting the beleaguered director amid calls for his resignation
Definition:
(of a place) surrounded by armed forces aiming to capture it or force surrender; besieged
Short Definition:besieged
Examples:- he led a relief force to the aid of the beleaguered city
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