pestering

Meanings

• Verb

  To bother or annoy someone persistently.

  - "He pestered his sister for hours about getting a new phone."
  - "The salesman continued to pester the customer until they finally made a purchase."

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Synonyms

badger , bug , hound

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pestering
distressing , impressing , pressing , dressing

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Variants

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pester , pestered , pestering , pesters

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Forms

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pesters, pestering, pestered

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Etymology

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The word 'pestering' originated from the Old French word 'pester' which means 'to afflict, to harass'. It is related to the Latin word 'pestis' which means 'plague' or 'affliction'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'pestering' has been in use since the 15th century.

2. In some cultures, 'pestering' is considered a sign of persistence and determination, while in others it is seen as a nuisance and a breach of personal space.

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Related Concepts

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1. Harassment: Harassment is a form of 'pestering' that involves persistent and unwanted behavior towards an individual or group, often with the intention of causing distress or intimidation.

2. Annoyance: Annoyance is a feeling of irritation or frustration caused by someone or something. 'Pestering' can be a cause of annoyance, as it involves persistent and unwanted behavior.

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Culture

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In literature, 'pestering' is often used to describe a character who relentlessly pursues another character, causing annoyance and discomfort. For example, in Charles Dickens' 'David Copperfield', the character Uriah Heep is described as pestering Mr. Micawber for money. In art, there are several paintings that depict the concept of 'pestering' in various forms, such as Edvard Munch's 'The Scream' which portrays a sense of relentless pursuit and anxiety.

How to Memorize "pestering"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone constantly knocking on your door or sending you unwanted messages. This is what it means to 'pester' someone.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pestering' with the feeling of annoyance or irritation caused by persistent and unwanted behavior.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'pestering' as 'Persistently Annoying Someone Till They Exhaustedly React'.

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