embattled
US: /ɛmˈbætəɫd/
UK: /ɛmbˈætəld/
UK: /ɛmbˈætəld/
Advanced English dictionary
+ adjective (written)
1 surrounded by problems and difficulties: the embattled party leader + Embattled homeowners wanting to sell their homes will face further problems this year.
2 (of an army, a city, etc.) involved in war; surrounded by the enemy