Pestered: meaning, definitions and examples

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pestered

 

[ ˈpɛstərd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

annoy persistently

To pester someone means to trouble or annoy them repeatedly, often in a way that is persistent and bothersome. This behavior typically involves continuous requests or demands that can lead to frustration. For instance, a child might pester their parent for a toy until they are granted the request. The term carries a negative connotation, suggesting that the person doing the pestering lacks consideration for the feelings or circumstances of the one being bothered.

Synonyms

annoy, bother, harass, nag, vex

Examples of usage

  • Stop pestering me for answers.
  • He pestered his teacher about the assignment.
  • She pestered her friends to join her party.

Translations

Translations of the word "pestered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incomodado

🇮🇳 परेशान

🇩🇪 belästigt

🇮🇩 diganggu

🇺🇦 набридливий

🇵🇱 dokuczliwy

🇯🇵 悩ませた

🇫🇷 harcelé

🇪🇸 acosado

🇹🇷 rahatsız edilmiş

🇰🇷 괴롭힘을 당한

🇸🇦 مضايق

🇨🇿 obtěžovaný

🇸🇰 obťažovaný

🇨🇳 烦扰的

🇸🇮 moten

🇮🇸 áreitt

🇰🇿 қамқорсыз

🇬🇪 აწუხებს

🇦🇿 narahat edilmiş

🇲🇽 acosado

Word origin

The word 'pester' has its origins in the late 16th century, derived from the Middle English word 'pesteren', which is a variant of 'pester', meaning to trouble or annoy. The word has roots in the Old French word 'pestifer' meaning 'pestilent' or 'causing pestilence'. The evolution continued into the modern usage where it reflects a persistent form of annoyance. The transformation in meaning encapsulates a shift from physical or literal affliction to a more abstract form of annoyance. Over the centuries, 'pester' has been utilized in various contexts to describe both trivial annoyances and more serious forms of harassment, but it remains closely tied to the idea of persistence in bothering someone, resulting in a blend of frustration and aggravation.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,075, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.