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harass Synonyms

Another word for harass

Choosing another word for harass depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To subject someone to aggressive pressure, intimidation, or persistent unwanted behavior.

Usage Example

"The company has a strict policy against employees who pester their colleagues."

Strongest
pester
hound
Strong
badger
intimidate
persecute
torment
bully
plague
hassle
pick on

• verb (Context 2)

To make repeated small-scale attacks on an opponent in order to wear down their strength or morale.

Usage Example

"Fast-moving scouts were sent ahead to harry the advancing forces along the border."

Strongest
harry
Strong
raid
assail
beset

Opposites of harass

The opposite of harass shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

comfort
support
defend
soothe
protect
guard
assist
aid
See all opposites of harass

• Nearby Words

haptic
haram
harare
harass
harasser
harassment
harbinger

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Harass. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/harass
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