What is another word for Besetment?

Pronunciation: [bɪsˈɛtmənt] (IPA)

Besetment is a word that signifies trouble, difficulties or challenges. It is often used to reflect a persistent and recurring issue that seems to be constantly plaguing someone or a situation. Synonyms for besetment include adversity, affliction, tribulation, hardship, calamity, misfortune, ordeal, setback, dilemma, and predicament. These words convey a sense of struggle and difficulties that one may encounter in life. Each word has a unique nuance, but all convey the idea of obstacles or struggles that one must persevere through in order to overcome. When facing such challenges, it is important to keep in mind that they are not permanent and can be overcome with determination and resilience.

What are the hypernyms for Besetment?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Besetment

He made every effort to shake off this new Besetment, this fresh assault upon the tranquility he had attained.
"The Hidden Places"
Bertrand W. Sinclair
At times he would struggle up and recover himself, and appears generally to have been able to secure a position, but again and again his Besetment overcame him, and each time he would drift lower and lower.
"In-Darkest-England-and-the-Way-Out"
Booth, William
The man's abiding obsession-if we may call his Besetment thus-changed in practically all essential regards the manners and the practices of his daily life.
"The Best Short Stories of 1921 and the Yearbook of the American Short Story"
Various

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