Meaning & Definition of word "Hector"

Hector

/ˈhɛktər/

1. a person who intimidates or bullies others.
- Example: The hector in the group made it difficult for anyone to voice their opinions openly.

1. to bully or intimidate someone.
- Example: The manager would hector his employees into working overtime without additional pay.
2. to tease or annoy someone in a bullying way.
- Example: He started to hector her about her choices in music, making her feel belittled.
3. to use threats or aggressive behavior to force someone to do something.
- Example: They tried to hector the student into giving up his summer plans.

Late 19th century: named after Hector, a hero in Greek mythology who was known for his strength and defiance.

hectoring tone:

A tone that is aggressive or domineering.

to hector someone:

To bully or intimidate someone into submission.

bully:

A person who uses strength or influence to harm or intimidate others.

intimidate:

To frighten or overawe someone, especially in order to make them do what one wants.

Meaning: To mess with someone or give them a hard time.

Example Sentence: Stop hectoring me about my homework!

Meaning: To boss someone around or act superior.

Example Sentence: He always hectors the new hires until they get it right.