Molesting: meaning, definitions and examples

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molesting

 

[ məˈlɛstɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

criminal behavior

to harass or assault sexually; especially: to force physical and usually sexual contact on (someone) without their consent

Synonyms

abuse, assault, harass, violate

Examples of usage

  • He was arrested for molesting a minor.
  • The teacher was accused of molesting several students.
  • Children should be taught how to protect themselves from being molested.
  • The priest was convicted of molesting young boys.
  • The authorities are investigating a case of child molesting.

Translations

Translations of the word "molesting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 assédio

🇮🇳 छेड़छाड़

🇩🇪 Belästigung

🇮🇩 pelecehan

🇺🇦 домагання

🇵🇱 molestowanie

🇯🇵 嫌がらせ

🇫🇷 harcèlement

🇪🇸 acoso

🇹🇷 taciz

🇰🇷 성희롱

🇸🇦 تحرش

🇨🇿 obtěžování

🇸🇰 obťažovanie

🇨🇳 骚扰

🇸🇮 nadlegovanje

🇮🇸 áreiti

🇰🇿 қудалау

🇬🇪 შევიწროება

🇦🇿 taciz

🇲🇽 acoso

Etymology

The word 'molesting' originates from the Latin word 'molestare', which means 'to disturb or trouble'. Over time, the meaning of the word has evolved to specifically refer to unwanted sexual advances or behavior. The term is commonly used in legal contexts to describe sexual assault or harassment. It is important to address and prevent molesting behaviors to protect individuals from harm and ensure a safe environment.

See also: molest, molestation.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,997, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.