bullied

Definitions

Subjected to repeated, aggressive behavior or intimidation by someone perceived as having more power.

Teased, harassed, or coerced in a persistent and harmful manner.

Examples

The young student felt isolated after being bullied by his classmates for his interest in science.

She spoke out against the toxic workplace culture after witnessing a colleague being bullied by their manager.

Synonyms

harassed intimidated persecuted tormented victimized oppressed mistreated

Antonyms

supported protected encouraged cherished defended respected uplifted