Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ridden
verb (past participle of ride)
/ˈrɪd.ən/
Definition
to have been affected by something in a negative way, especially something unpleasant or unwanted
Examples
- His life was ridden with difficulties that challenged his resilience.
- The old barn was ridden with neglect and decay.
- She was ridden by guilt after the unfortunate incident.
Meaning
Ridden generally implies a state of being burdened or overwhelmed by a particular quality or condition.
Synonyms
- burdened
- overrun
- afflicted
