Synonyms of browbeat

Verb


1. strong-arm, bully, browbeat, bullyrag, ballyrag, boss around, hector, push around, intimidate

usage: be bossy towards; "Her big brother always bullied her when she was young"

2. browbeat, bully, swagger, wheedle, cajole, palaver, blarney, coax, sweet-talk, inveigle

usage: discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate

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Definition and meaning of browbeat (Dictionary)