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Definition of embattled adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

embattled

adjective
 
/ɪmˈbætld/
 
/ɪmˈbætld/
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  1. surrounded by problems and difficulties
    • the embattled party leader
    • Embattled homeowners wanting to sell their homes will face further problems this year.
  2. (of an army, a city, etc.) involved in war; surrounded by the enemyTopics War and conflictc2
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