Is Harassed a Bad Word?

Is Harassed a Bad Word?

If someone is abusing, insulting, or otherwise harming you on a regular basis, it's called harassment. Cruel and usually really annoying, harassment is also illegal in some cases. Harassment is a word that describes any kind of ongoing torment.

What does harassed mean?

: to subject persistently and wrongfully to annoying, offensive, or troubling behavior a collection agency harassing a debtor — see also sexual harassment. Other Words from harass. harasser noun. harassment noun.

What does feeling harassed mean?

to disturb or bother persistently; torment, as with troubles or cares; pester: He stays up late, harassed with doubt and anxiety. ... to subject to unwelcome sexual advances: I was harassed by my boss many years ago. to trouble by repeated attacks, incursions, etc., as in war or hostilities; harry; raid.

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