Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Hectoring.
Hectoring - as a noun
(greek mythology) a mythical trojan who was killed by achilles during the trojan war
Hectoring - as a verb
Be bossy towards
Example: "Her big brother always bullied her when she was young"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ballyrag14boss aroundbrowbeat15bully10bullyrag14push aroundstrong-armHypernyms (Closely Related)
intimidate13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hectoring - as an adjective
That hectors; intimidating or domineering.
Example Sentences
"She found his hectoring tone annoying."
"He used hectoring language to intimidate his opponent."
"The hectoring boss constantly criticized his employees."
"The hectoring parent was always berating her children."
"His hectoring behavior made everyone uncomfortable."
Word Game Points
Is HECTORING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hectoring is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HECTORING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is HECTORING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hectoring is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHECTORING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is HECTORING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hectoring is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHECTORING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
