1. to swallow up or engulf completely; to surround or enclose
Usage: archaic or literary; often used with 'in' or as a passive construction

Examples

• The ship was begulfed by the massive waves during the storm.
• Darkness begulfed the entire valley as the sun set.
• The forest fire begulfed the small town in smoke and ash.
• He felt begulfed by despair after hearing the news.
• The flood waters begulfed the lower streets of the city.