Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bedevilling
verb
/bɪˈdɛv.əl.ɪŋ/
Definition
Bedevilling refers to the act of causing trouble, torment, or confusion to someone or something.
Examples
- The technical issues were bedevilling the project timeline.
- His constant questioning was bedevilling to the speaker.
- She felt bedevilled by her many responsibilities.
Meaning
To bedevil someone is to harass, annoy, or perplex them persistently. It often implies a sense of mischief or malevolence in causing distress.
Synonyms
- tormenting
- harassing
- vexing
- plaguing
- besetting
