How to Pronounce "harassed"
word
/hɝˈæst/
her-AST
/həɹˈæst/
huh-RAST
Definition
If someone is harassed, they are repeatedly bothered or treated badly, often in a way that makes them feel uncomfortable, scared, or upset. This can happen at work, online, or in daily life.
IPA Transcription
American English
/hɝˈæst/
British English
/həɹˈæst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
her-AST
UK
huh-RAST
Listen in Context
She felt harassed by the constant phone calls.
The employee was harassed at work by her colleague.
He reported that he was being harassed online.
By the end of the week, she looked completely harassed and exhausted.