Beset – 1. Having a lot of trouble with something 2. Be covered or studded with something
(Pronounced bih-set)
To remember the definition of the word beset, use the following mnemonic:
The bees' latest setup (beset) was not good. The family were having a lot of trouble. Then the bees set upon the family and covered them in stings.
Examples of beset in a sentence (having trouble)
The country has been beset by economic woes for the past decade.
I was beset with my ex husband.
John needed help, for he was beset by difficulties.
Examples of beset in a sentence (Covered or studded)
She has a gold bracelet that was beset with jewels.
Our village is beset on all sides by dense forest.
In the swamp the army was beset with mosquitoes.
