😡hector

verb
/ˈhɛktər/

Meaning

To talk to someone in a bullying or intimidating way.

Example Sentences

The manager hectored the staff into working overtime.

Synonyms

bully, intimidate, browbeat, domineer

Antonyms

encourage, support, assist

Collocations

hector into, constantly hector, hectoring tone

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