Beleaguered
Pronunciation: /bɪˈliːɡərd/
Beleaguered (adjective)
- experiencing many problems or difficulties, often feeling attacked or pressured.
- surrounded by enemies or difficulties, making it hard to escape or succeed.
Examples
- The beleaguered city struggled to maintain order.
- The beleaguered company faced numerous lawsuits.
Common collocations: beleaguered city, beleaguered company, beleaguered fortress, beleaguered troops