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Meaning of hectored
to intimidate or dominate someone, often through aggressive or bullying behavior
Etymology of hectored
The word "hectored" originates from the name of the Trojan hero Hektor, who was known for his bravery and strength in Homer's epic poem, the Iliad
In the 17th century, the word "hector" emerged as a verb, meaning to intimidate or bully someone, often through aggressive or verbal attacks
Over time, the word "hectored" evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including domination, control, and manipulation
Synonyms
bullied
intimidated
coerced
pressured
threatened
menaced
browbeaten
tyrannized
dominated
controlled
manipulated
harassed
teased
taunted
ridiculed
belittled
humiliated
demeaned
insulted
affronted
offended
displeased
irritated
vexed
annoyed
exasperated
goaded
provoked
badgered
pestered
plagued
tormented
persecuted
molested
heckled
baited
teased
nagged
hounded
dogged
pursued
beset
importuned
solicited
urged
pressed
persuaded
influenced
swayed
cajoled
wheedled
coaxed
charmed
flattered
soothed
placated
appeased
pacified
calmed
mollified
mitigated
alleviated
assuaged
consoled
comforted
reassured
solaced
cheered
heartened
encouraged
inspired
motivated
uplifted
stirred
roused
aroused
inflamed
impassioned
excited
thrilled
delighted
pleased
gratified
satisfied
contented
placid
serene
tranquil
peaceful
halcyon
idyllic
euphoric
ecstatic
elated
jubilant
triumphant
victorious
proud
glorious
resplendent
splendid
magnificent
grand
grandiose
impressive
awe-inspiring
intimidating
formidable
overwhelming
crushing
devastating
calamitous
disastrous
catastrophic
apocalyptic
dire
dreadful
fearful
terrible
horrific
ghastly
grim
gruesome
macabre
lurid
ghastly
foul
vile
odious
detestable
abhorrent
loathsome
heinous
atrocious
execrable
reprehensible
deplorable
regrettable
lamentable
pitiable
woeful
doleful
dolorous
mournful
lamenting
grieving
sorrowful
bereaved
bereft
desolate
forlorn
isolated
alone
forsaken
abandoned
deserted
rejected
spurned
jilted
scorned
disdained
despised
abhorred
loathed
hated
detested
execrated
reviled
vilified
slandered
calumniated
defamed
traduced
maligned
impeached
arraigned
indicted
accused
charged
impeachable
arraignable
indictable
accusable
blamable
censurable
reprehensible
condemnable
damnable
villainous
iniquitous
nefarious
wicked
evil
malevolent
malignant
pernicious
baneful
baleful
hurtful
injurious
detrimental
deleterious
destructive
calamitous
disastrous
catastrophic
apocalyptic
dire
dreadful
fearful
terrible
horrific
ghastly
grim
gruesome
macabre
lurid
ghastly
foul
vile
odious
detestable
abhorrent
loathsome
heinous
atrocious
execrable
reprehensible
deplorable
regrettable
lamentable
pitiable
woeful
doleful
dolorous
mournful
lamenting
grieving
sorrowful
bereaved
bereft
desolate
forlorn
isolated
alone
forsaken
abandoned
deserted
rejected
spurned
jilted
scorned
disdained
despised
abhorred
loathed
hated
detested
execrated
reviled
vilified
slandered
calumniated
defamed
traduced
maligned
impeached
arraigned
indicted
accused
charged
impeachable
arraignable
indictable
accusable
blamable
censurable
reprehensible
condemnable
damnable
Definitions
- to intimidate or bully someone, especially by constant and aggressive criticism or verbal attacks
- * to dominate or control someone, often through aggressive or manipulative behavior
Usage Examples
- The manager hectored the employee into meeting the tight deadline
- * The