Harassed Definition & Meaning

harassed
adjective
  1. troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances; "harassed working mothers"; "a harried expression"; "her poor pestered father had to endure her constant interruptions"; "the vexed parents of an unruly teenager"

"Harassed" in song lyrics

See how harassed is used in real songs:

  • "So on the strenght of my color I get pushed and harassed"
    415 — Court in the Street
  • "Preposterous, just cuz of who I am I get harassed"
    K-Rino f/ Ganksta N-I-P & Point Blank — Dem Laws
  • "They find my story insufficient, mistreated, defeated and mentally harassed"
    Looptroop — Long Arm of the Law

Usage tips for "harassed"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "harassed" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for harassed to find words that pair well.

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