badgering
Meanings
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verb
Persistently annoying or harassing someone.
- "He was badgering his friend to reveal a secret."
- "She stopped badgering her child for an answer."
Synonyms
flatulate
Rhymes
Words rhyming with badgeringmaligning , ailing , ailing,ailing
Variants
List of all variants of badgering that leads to same resultbadger , badgered , badgering , badgers
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).badgered, badgering, badgers
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant to refer to the behavior of badgers, especially their persistent digging.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Badgering is a common behavior among salespeople trying to close a deal.
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Badgering can be used as a noun or a verb.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
harassment: A form of badgering that involves causing distress or inconvenience to someone, often with the intention of intimidating or coercing them.
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persistent: A synonym for badgering, referring to the continued and unrelenting nature of the behavior.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Badgering is often portrayed in literature and media as a negative behavior, representing persistence or harassment to the point of annoyance or frustration.
How to Memorize "badgering"
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visualize
- Imagine someone repeatedly asking a question or making a request in a bothersome way.
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associate
- Associate the word with the feeling of annoyance or frustration that comes from being persistently bothered.
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mnemonics
- Remember the B-word: Badgering means someone is being a bother.
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