harass
ha
rass
ˈræs
rās
British pronunciation
/həɹˈæs/

Definition & Meaning of "harass"in English

to harass
01

to subject someone to aggressive pressure or intimidation, often causing distress or discomfort

Transitive: to harass sb
to harass definition and meaning
example
Examples
The employee filed a complaint against a coworker who continued to harass them.
They were harassed by their classmates throughout high school, enduring constant bullying and taunting.
02

to persistently disrupt someone or something, causing disturbance or interference with their peace or normal functioning

Transitive: to harass sb/sth
example
Examples
She harasses her coworkers by constantly interrupting their work with trivial questions
He harassed his neighbors last week by repeatedly playing loud music late into the night
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