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BROWBEATING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Browbeating.

Browbeating - as a verb

Be bossy towards

Example: "Her big brother always bullied her when she was young"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ballyragboss aroundbullybullyraghectorpush aroundstrong-arm
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
intimidate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bullyswagger

Browbeating - as a noun

A scolding.

Example Sentences

"He used browbeating to intimidate his opponents during the debate."
"Her relentless browbeating led him to confess even though he was innocent."
"The manager's constant browbeating created a hostile work environment."
"His browbeating tactics were ineffective in convincing others to agree with him."
"The speaker resorted to browbeating the audience into accepting her viewpoint."
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Word Game Points

Is BROWBEATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, browbeating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BROWBEATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is BROWBEATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, browbeating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BROWBEATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is BROWBEATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, browbeating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BROWBEATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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