bullying

American  

[bool-ee-ing] / ˈbʊl i ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of harassing, intimidating, or abusing others, especially habitually or from a perceived position of relative power.

   Bullying and stress can impact students' experiences at school.

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Other Word Forms

• unbullying adjective

Etymology

Origin of bullying

First recorded in 1675–85; bully ¹ ( def. ) + -ing ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

The government says three allegations relating to her use of expenses and bullying of staff when she was in New York were investigated and there was "no case to answer".

From BBC

The three allegations came from a single complaint and were related to her use of expenses and accusations of bullying when she was the government's consul-general in New York, the BBC understands.

From BBC

An investigation into one formal complaint against Romeo alleging bullying concluded there was no case to answer.

From BBC

Over the past few years there have also been concerns about animal welfare and bullying allegations - claims the zoo denies – but which it's indicated may have impacted revenue.

From BBC

Melania inquires about what Macron has done to curb bullying and anxiety among French youth.

From Salon

Related Words

• imperious