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Meaning of pestered
The primary meaning of the word "pestered" is to annoy or bother someone constantly.
Etymology of pestered
The word "pestered" has its roots in the Middle English word "pesten", which is derived from the Old French word "pester", meaning to harass or annoy, and is related to the Latin word "petere", meaning to attack or assail
Historically, the word has been used to describe a range of annoying or bothersome behaviors, from persistent requests to unwelcome attentions
Synonyms
harassed
bothered
annoyed
irritated
vexed
plagued
tormented
troubled
beset
beleaguered
bedeviled
badgered
hectored
importuned
solicited
nagged
goaded
prodded
urged
pressed
pushed
persuaded
coerced
compelled
forced
driven
persuaded
convinced
influenced
swayed
cajoled
wheedled
coaxed
teased
taunted
mocked
ridiculed
scorned
belittled
demeaned
humiliated
mortified
embarrassed
abashed
flustered
ruffled
discomfited
unsettled
perturbed
disturbed
disrupted
interrupted
intruded
invaded
encroached
trespassed
Definitions
- To annoy or bother someone constantly, typically with persistent and unwelcome requests or attentions
- To cause repeated disturbance or annoyance to someone
Usage Examples
- The child pestered her mother for a cookie all day
- The salesman pestered me with constant phone calls trying to sell me a new car
- The mosquitoes pestered us all night, making it impossible to sleep
Antonyms
pleased
delighted
thrilled
charmed
enchanted
amused
entertained
satisfied
content
comfortable
relaxed
calm
serene
tranquil
peaceful
quiet
still
unmolested
untroubled
unbothered
undisturbed
uninterrupted
uninvaded
unencroached