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hazing

The word “hazing” has 2 syllables: haz-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈheɪzɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for hazing?

In the thesaurus, “hazing” has 100 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for hazing along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for hazing

Antonyms for hazing

Meanings of hazing

  • verb
    1. To be or become hazy, or thick with haze.
    2. To perform an unpleasant initiation ritual upon a usually non-consenting individual, especially freshmen to a closed community such as a college or military unit.
    3. To oppress or harass by forcing to do hard and unnecessary work.
    4. In a rodeo, to assist the bulldogger by keeping (the steer) running in a straight line.
  • noun
    1. An initiation or behavior that involves humiliation, harassment or abuse, particularly in universities and in the military.

Example Sentences

  • The university has strict policies against hazing.
  • Several students were suspended for hazing new members.
  • Hazing rituals can be both dangerous and humiliating.
  • The fraternity was investigated after reports of hazing.
  • Many organizations have banned hazing to protect newcomers.

On this page you'll find 108 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hazing, such as: adumbrating, aggravating, aggrieving, agitating, annoying, badgering, baiting.

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