GRE Word List
BESIEGE
to surround with armed forces
The meaning of the word besiege is to surround with armed forces.
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| imperious | marked by arrogant assurance : domineering |
| allude | to make indirect reference |
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| bicameral | having, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber |
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| refractory | resisting control or authority : stubborn |
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