beset Synonyms

beset Meaning

Wordnet

beset (v)

annoy continually or chronically

assail or attack on all sides:

decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems)

Webster

beset (imp. & p. p.)

of Beset

Webster

beset (v. t.)

To set or stud (anything) with ornaments or prominent objects.

To hem in; to waylay; to surround; to besiege; to blockade.

To set upon on all sides; to perplex; to harass; -- said of dangers, obstacles, etc.

To occupy; to employ; to use up.

beset Sentence Examples

  1. The town was beset by a swarm of locusts, threatening its crops and livestock.
  2. The hiker was beset by treacherous winds that made it difficult to maintain her footing.
  3. The company was beset with financial problems that forced it to lay off employees.
  4. The army was beset by enemy forces from all sides, making it difficult to defend their position.
  5. The traveler was beset by bandits who robbed him of his belongings.
  6. The politician was beset by scandals and accusations that threatened to ruin his career.
  7. The student was beset by anxiety and self-doubt that hindered his studies.
  8. The homeowner was beset by a leaky roof and broken windows that needed immediate repair.
  9. The scientist was beset by technical difficulties that delayed his groundbreaking research.
  10. The athlete was beset by injuries that prevented him from reaching his full potential.

FAQs About the word beset

annoy continually or chronically, assail or attack on all sides:, decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems)of Beset, To set or stud (anything) with ornaments or

plague, besiege, afflict, persecute, curse, attack, torture,bedevil, bother, trouble

relieve,assist, aid, help, aid, help, assist, relieve, release, abet

The town was beset by a swarm of locusts, threatening its crops and livestock.

The hiker was beset by treacherous winds that made it difficult to maintain her footing.

The company was beset with financial problems that forced it to lay off employees.

The army was beset by enemy forces from all sides, making it difficult to defend their position.