C1nounsocietylaw
US/həˈræs.mənt/
UK/həˈræs.mənt/
behaviour that repeatedly annoys, threatens or upsets someone, especially at work or online
In context
The company has a clear policy on harassment in the workplace.
She reported the online harassment to the police and blocked the accounts.
Many women face harassment on crowded buses but are afraid to speak up.
Words that go with harassment
adjective + noun
- sexual harassmentThe manager was fired after several complaints of sexual harassment.
- online harassmentOnline harassment can have serious effects on mental health.
noun + noun
- workplace harassmentThe training helps staff recognise workplace harassment.
- harassment complaintHR is investigating a harassment complaint against the director.
verb + noun
- face harassmentJournalists who face harassment should report it to their editors.
noun + preposition
- victim of harassmentAny victim of harassment can call this hotline for free.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She suffered many harassments at her old job.Correct: She suffered a lot of harassment at her old job.