1. the state or condition of being beset; persistent trouble or harassment
Usage: formal; often used in literary or religious contexts
2. something that besets; a persistent problem or weakness
Usage: formal

Examples

• The besetment of doubt plagued the young scholar throughout her research.
• His greatest besetment was an inability to trust others.
• The community faced constant besetment from economic hardship.
• She struggled with the besetment of anxiety that had followed her for years.
• The besetment of temptation tested his resolve daily.
• Financial besetment forced the family to reconsider their plans.