Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
under-siege
Adjective
/ˌʌndər ˈsiːdʒ/
Definition
Under-siege refers to being attacked, besieged, or pressured, often in a figurative sense, indicating a situation where one feels overwhelmed or constantly challenged.
Examples
- The city was under-siege during the war, with troops surrounding it on all sides.
- She felt under-siege at work, constantly bombarded with deadlines.
Meaning
The term implies that someone or something is facing intense adversity or scrutiny, whether from an opponent or a critical situation.
Synonyms
- besieged
- attacked
- pressured
- challenged
- overwhelmed
