embattled

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb fortify by furnishing with battlements for defense
  2. verb prepare for battle or conflict
  3. adjective prepared for battle

Etymology

From embattle (“to equip as for battle”) + -ed.

Synonyms

embattle

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