Besetting - English meaning
bɪˈset
Besetting – definitions in English dictionary
verb(of a problem or difficulty) trouble (someone or something) persistently.
Usage examples:
The social problems that beset the ukSynonims:
PlagueBedevilAttackAssailBeleaguerAfflictTormentTortureRackOppressTroubleWorryBotherHarassHoundHarryDogverbBe covered or studded with.
Usage examples:
Springy grass all beset with tiny jewel-like flowers
adjectiveHaving a lot of trouble with something, or having to deal with a lot of something that causes problems
Usage examples:
With the amount of traffic nowadays, even a trip across town is beset by/with dangers.
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Word origin
Old English besettan, from be- ‘about’ + settan (see set1).
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