Definition of "harass" in Englisch

verb

1. To annoy (someone) frequently or systematically; to pester.

2. To put excessive burdens upon (someone); to subject (someone) to anxieties.

   • To harass good people is no different than speaking ill of them.

3. To trouble (someone, or a group of people) through repeated military-style attacks.

4. (obsolete) Often followed by out: to fatigue or tire (someone) with exhausting and repeated efforts.

noun

1. (archaic) Harassment; pestering.