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hectoring

The word “hectoring” has 3 syllables: hec-tor-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈhɛktərɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for hectoring?

In the thesaurus, “hectoring” has 116 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for hectoring

Antonyms for hectoring

Meanings of hectoring

  • verb
    1. To dominate or intimidate in a blustering way; to bully, to domineer.
    2. To behave like a hector or bully; to bluster, to swagger; to bully.
  • noun
    1. The act of one who hectors, or acts blusteringly.
  • adjective
    1. That hectors; intimidating or domineering.

Example Sentences

  • The teacher’s hectoring tone made the students uncomfortable.
  • He grew tired of his manager’s constant hectoring about productivity.
  • The debate turned unpleasant because of the candidate’s hectoring remarks.
  • Her hectoring attitude pushed many people away from the project.
  • The article criticized the politician for his hectoring style of leadership.

On this page you'll find 131 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hectoring, such as: affrighting, alarming, assault, attack, badgering, barbarity, bashing.

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