sexual harassment

[sek-shoo-uhl huh-ras-muhnt, har-uhs-muhnt]

noun

1. unwelcome sexual advances, either verbal or physical, especially by someone with power or authority.

   Employees complained about a corporate culture that turned a blind eye to discrimination, microaggressions, and sexual harassment.

sexual harassment

noun

1. the persistent unwelcome directing of sexual remarks and looks, and unnecessary physical contact at a person, usually a woman, esp in the workplace

Word History and Origins

Origin of sexual harassment¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Related Words

• exploitation 
• impropriety 
• intimidation 
• victimization