Harassings

Part of speech: noun, verb

Definitions

1. To repeatedly trouble or annoy someone through aggressive actions or persistent communication
2. To engage in actions that create distress or discomfort for an individual, often through ongoing disturbances
3. To subject someone to continuous verbal or physical attacks, making them feel unsafe or pressured

Etymology: "Harassings" is the plural of "harassing," which here works as a noun meaning repeated acts of distress or disturbance directed at someone. Its root is the verb "harass," so the plural simply counts separate episodes of that kind of behaviour, as in "the complaint listed several harassings over the year."

Synonyms: bullying, persecuting, tormenting, annoying, pestering

Antonyms: helping, assisting, supporting, encouraging, protecting