Bullyrag — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈbu̇-lē-ˌrag/ bul·ly·rag

Meaning & Definition of Bullyrag

Bullyrag (verb)

  1. to intimidate by bullying
  2. to vex by teasing, badger

Bullyrag (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to make timid or fearful by or as if by threats

    "anonymous trolls on the website tried to bullyrag him into backing down"

    similar: blackjack, bogart, browbeat, bulldoze, bully, cow, hector, intimidate, strong-arm, pick on
    related: bluster, trash-talk, affright, alarm, frighten, horrify, scare, shock, spook, startle, terrify, menace, terrorize, threaten, badger, harass, hound, bludgeon, coerce, compel, constrain, dragoon, force, make, oblige, press, pressure, push around, demoralize, psych (out), unman, unnerve, discompose, disconcert, disquiet, distress, disturb, perturb, upset
    near: cheer, comfort, console, reassure, solace, soothe, embolden, encourage, hearten, steel, convince, persuade

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bullyrag

The most common words with a similar meaning to Bullyrag:

blackjack, bogart, browbeat, bulldoze, bully, cow, hector, intimidate, strong-arm, pick on

Related Words for Bullyrag

bluster, trash-talk, affright, alarm, frighten, horrify, scare, shock, spook, startle, terrify, menace, terrorize, threaten, badger, harass, hound, bludgeon, coerce, compel, constrain, dragoon, force, make, oblige, press, pressure, push around, demoralize, psych (out)

Near Antonyms of Bullyrag

cheer, comfort, console, reassure, solace, soothe, embolden, encourage, hearten, steel, convince, persuade

Word Forms of Bullyrag

Inflections: bullyragged, ballyragged, bullyragging, ballyragging, bullyrags, ballyrags

Origin & Etymology of Bullyrag

origin unknown

First known use: circa 1790

Frequently Asked Questions about Bullyrag

What does "Bullyrag" mean?

"Bullyrag" means to intimidate by bullying. As a verb, it is defined as: to intimidate by bullying.

What is another word for "Bullyrag"?

Other words for "Bullyrag" include blackjack, bogart, browbeat, bulldoze, bully, cow, hector and intimidate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bullyrag" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Bullyrag"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bullyrag". Common alternatives include blackjack, bogart, browbeat, bulldoze, bully, cow, hector, intimidate, strong-arm and pick on.

How do you use "Bullyrag" in a sentence?

Examples of "Bullyrag" in a sentence: "anonymous trolls on the website tried to bullyrag him into backing down".

Is "Bullyrag" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Bullyrag" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Bullyrag"?

"Bullyrag" is pronounced /ˈbu̇-lē-ˌrag/ and divided into syllables as bul·ly·rag.

What is the origin of the word "Bullyrag"?

"Bullyrag" comes from origin unknown. First known use: circa 1790.

What is another word for "Bullyrag" meaning "to make timid or fearful by or as if by threats"?

When "Bullyrag" (verb) means to make timid or fearful by or as if by threats, synonyms include blackjack, bogart, browbeat, bulldoze, bully and cow.