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besieger Synonyms

Another word for besieger

Choosing another word for besieger depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A person, army, or force that surrounds a fortified place with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender.

Usage Example

"The ancient city's high stone walls successfully held back the besiegers for several months."

Strong
blockader
attacker
assailant
invader

• noun (Context 2)

Someone who crowds around, overwhelms, or persistentlyBadgers a person with requests or questions.

Usage Example

"After the championship match, the star athlete had to slip out a side exit to avoid the besiegers waiting for autographs."

Strong
pesterer
harasser

Opposites of besieger

The opposite of besieger shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

defender
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