Bedevil and Smite

Bedevil

Bedevil verb - To cause persistent suffering to.
Usage example: a lingering cold bedeviled me for over a month

Smite and bedevil are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Smite" instead a verb "Bedevil".

Smite

Smite verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.

Bedevil and smite are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bedevil" instead a verb "Smite".

Nearby Word: smiting
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