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Definition of harried

harried

/ˈhɛr.id/
har · ried
Adverb:harriedly
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1

Feeling strained, anxious, or exhausted as a result of having too many demands or pressures.

Example

"The harried commuter rushed through the crowded station to catch the last train home."

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• Rhymes for harried

• Nearby Words

harpsichord
harpsichordist
harpy
harried
harrier
harrow
harrowing

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'harry', which comes from the Old English 'hergian', meaning to make war, lay waste, or ravage, closely related to 'here' (an army or host).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Harried. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/harried
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