assiege

/əˈseɪdʒ, əˈsizʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A siege or the act of besieging a place, especially a fortified one.

“The enemy army laid siege to the city for several months.”

2. verb

To besiege or surround a place, especially a fortified one, with the intention of capturing it.

“The rebels assieged the government forces in the city.”

Synonyms

  • besiege
  • encircle
  • surround

Antonyms

  • liberate
  • relieve