hounded

[ˈhaʊndɪd]

hounded Definition

• 1. persistently harass or persecute someone
• 2. urge on with shouts, abuse, etc.

Using hounded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hounded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He was hounded by the press for weeks after the scandal broke.

• Example

  The opposition party hounded the Prime Minister with questions during the press conference.

• Example

  The fans hounded the celebrity for autographs and selfies.

• Example

  The hunters hounded the fox until it was exhausted.

hounded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hounded

• badger
• pester
• harass
• persecute
• torment

Antonyms for hounded

• aid
• assist
• protect

Phrases with hounded

• be hounded out of something

  be forced to leave a place or position because of persistent harassment or persecution

  Example

  The CEO was hounded out of the company by the board of directors.

• hound dog

  a breed of dog used for hunting, especially for tracking down and chasing small game

  Example

  The hound dog sniffed around the bushes, searching for the rabbit's scent.

• on the hounds

  being pursued or chased by someone, especially the police

  Example

  The thief was on the hounds after robbing the bank.

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Summary: hounded in Brief

The verb 'hounded' [ˈhaʊndɪd] means to persistently harass or persecute someone, or urge on with shouts or abuse. It is often used in the context of press, opposition, or fans harassing celebrities or politicians, as well as hunters pursuing animals. 'Hounded' can also be used in phrases like 'be hounded out of something,' meaning to be forced to leave a place or position due to harassment, and 'hound dog,' referring to a breed of dog used for hunting.