BESIEGES - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

surround so as to force to give up

Example: The Turks besieged Vienna

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Verb

cause to feel distressed or worried

Example: She was besieged by so many problems that she got discouraged

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Verb

harass, as with questions or requests

Example: The press photographers besieged the movie star

Synonyms

Besiege, Circumvent, Hem in, Surround, Beleaguer