beleaguer
verbHow many syllables in beleaguer?
There are 4 syllables in the word beleaguer.How to pronounce beleaguer:
Definition of beleaguer:
- beleaguer (verb):
- besiege
- to irritate or displease
- surround so as to force to give up.
Synonyms for beleaguer:
annoy
assail
assault
attack
badger
bait
besiege
blockade
bother
devil
disturb
ebb
encircle
harass
harry
hassle
hem in
hound
pester
plague
seal off
surround
trouble
worry
Antonyms for beleaguer:
activate
agree
aid
answer
appease
assist
assuage
build
calm
clarify
clear up
comfort
command
concur
delight
discourage
dissuade
encourage
energise
energize
envigorate
explain
facilitate
flatter
forget
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