The word 'beleaguered' means

Correct answer: Troubled

Explanation: The word beleaguered means 'being under constant trouble, pressure, or attack,' often used for someone or something facing difficulties from many sides. A. Belittled ❌ – means made to feel unimportant or less significant; not the same as "beleaguered." B. Benefitted ❌ – means gained advantage; opposite in sense. C. Troubled ✅ – means distressed, under pressure, or facing difficulties; matches the meaning of beleaguered. D. Irritated ❌ – means annoyed or angry; weaker and narrower in scope than beleaguered.Belittled ❌ – means made to feel unimportant or less significant; not the same as "beleaguered." Benefitted ❌ – means gained advantage; opposite in sense. Troubled ✅ – means distressed, under pressure, or facing difficulties; matches the meaning of beleaguered. Irritated ❌ – means annoyed or angry; weaker and narrower in scope than beleaguered. ✅ Correct Answer: C. Troubled