Synonyms for

Molesting

Verb / mʌˈlestɪŋ / Another word for molesting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to touch or handle (someone) in a sexual way without the person's consent or to bother or disturb someone in an aggressive or annoying way

Synonyms & similar words

harry chevvy chivvy chevy hassle beset harass chivy plague provoke molest assaulting harassing abusing violating interfering disturbing annoying bothering hurting pestering tormenting annoying troubling irritating offending upsetting aggravating teasing bullying

Example sentences

  1. The police arrested a man for molesting a woman on the subway.
  2. The child was scared when the stranger tried to molest him.
  3. The bully would always molest the smaller kids on the playground.
  4. The teacher told the students not to molest the animals in the zoo.
  5. The neighbor was always molesting the family with loud music late at night.

Quotes

  • 'Molesting children is a heinous crime, and it is something that we all must do everything in our power to prevent.' - James McGreevey
  • 'Molesting a child is a cowardly act. There is no justification for it.' - Scott Pelley
  • 'I had a family member who was molested by a famous actor. And I really struggled with what to do about it.' - Rose McGowan

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