Beset and Protect

Opposite meaning words

Beset verb - To take sudden, violent action against.

Usage example: the unsuspecting tourists were suddenly beset by robbers

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Protect is an antonym for beset.

Protect verb - To drive danger or attack away from.

Usage example: the mother bear was just trying to protect her cubs

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Beset is an antonym for protect.

While Villains are beset with inner turmoil and constantly trying to protect themselves, mistrusting the world.

Source: Slouch of Villainy

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