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Beleaguered: meaning, definitions and examples

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beleaguered

 

[ bɪˈliːɡərd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing a situation

Beleaguered describes a state of being surrounded by difficulties or troubles. It often implies persistent harassment or overwhelming challenges that cause stress and anxiety.

Synonyms

besieged, harassed, overwhelmed, troubled

Examples of usage

  • The beleaguered city was facing constant attacks from rival factions.
  • She felt beleaguered by her workload and personal responsibilities.
  • The beleaguered company struggled to remain afloat amid financial scandals.

Translations

Translations of the word "beleaguered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atacado

🇮🇳 अवशोषित

🇩🇪 belagert

🇮🇩 dikepung

🇺🇦 обложений

🇵🇱 otoczony

🇯🇵 包囲された

🇫🇷 assiégé

🇪🇸 asediado

🇹🇷 kuşatılmış

🇰🇷 포위된

🇸🇦 محاصر

🇨🇿 obklíčený

🇸🇰 obkľúčený

🇨🇳 被围困的

🇸🇮 obkoljen

🇮🇸 umkringdur

🇰🇿 қоршауда

🇬🇪 დატრიალებული

🇦🇿 qüvvətlənmiş

🇲🇽 asediado

Etymology

The word 'beleaguered' originates from the Dutch word 'belegeren,' which means 'to besiege.' Its English usage dates back to the late 16th century. The original sense of the term referred to being surrounded by an opposing force, especially in a military context. Over time, the meaning broadened to describe any overwhelming or persistent difficulties, not just in warfare but in various life situations. The term reflects a state of continuous pressure and distress, capturing the essence of being constantly troubled or harassed. The evolution of 'beleaguered' showcases its rich history and adaptability in describing human challenges.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,321, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.