Definition of besieges

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  • besieges is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • besieges is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • besieges is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of besieges

  • surround so as to force to give up (verb)

    Examples

    1. The Turks besieged Vienna

    Synonyms

    1. beleaguer
    2. circumvent
    3. hem in
    4. surround
  • cause to feel distressed or worried (verb)

    Examples

    1. She was besieged by so many problems that she got discouraged
  • harass, as with questions or requests (verb)

    Examples

    1. The press photographers besieged the movie star

See definition of besieges in Merriam Webster