Harassment
/həˈræsmənt/
Definitions
Aggressive pressure or intimidation; behavior that is aggressive and unwanted, often repeated, and that makes someone feel distressed or threatened.
/həˈræsmənt/
Aggressive pressure or intimidation
She reported the constant harassment she received from her supervisor.
💡 Simply: Harassment is when someone keeps bothering or upsetting you with words or actions, making you feel uncomfortable or scared, like a bully who won't leave you alone.
👶 For kids: Harassment is when someone keeps being mean or bothering you over and over again.
More Examples
The victim of the cyber harassment sought legal counsel to address the issue.
Workplace harassment is a serious offense with severe consequences.
How It's Used
"The company faces multiple lawsuits related to workplace harassment."
"Online harassment has become a serious problem, causing emotional distress to many users."
Synonyms & Antonyms
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Antonyms
From French *harasser* (“to tire, harass”), from *harer* (“to set a dog on”), of uncertain origin, possibly from an unattested Frankish word or ultimately Germanic.
The term has been used since the late 18th century with its modern connotation evolving during the late 20th century, particularly related to civil rights and labor laws.
Memory tip
Think of the word 'harass' and the repetitive, unwanted actions causing distress.
Word Origin
"To tire, harass."