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harassment
[ huh-ras-muhnt, har-uhs-muhnt ]
noun
- an act or instance of harassing; torment, vexation, or intimidation:
daily harassment by bullies at school;
the harassments of daily life.
- the condition or fact of being harassed:
the stress of harassment and discrimination.
Pronunciation Note
Other Word Forms
- v·a·Գ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of harassment1
Example Sentences
The spiraling race hysteria had led to serious harassment of both the families of Metcalf and Anthony.
Meanwhile, reports are coming in from parts of India of Kashmiri students facing harassment in the aftermath of the killings.
Studies have shown that trans teens are more likely to face assault with restricted bathroom access, and more cisgender women have reported harassment in public restrooms by those suspicious of their gender identity.
In her book, she talks about the harassment her family faced, including from the police.
Those who worked at the game’s studio, Naughty Dog, were subject to horrific harassment.
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