adj
Uncommon
bullied
BUU-leed
Bullied (adj) means having been the target of a bully's repeated aggressive or intimidating behaviour. Example: “The bullied student finally told a teacher what was happening.”
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Having been the target of a bully's repeated aggressive or intimidating behaviour.
"The bullied student finally told a teacher what was happening."
"Many bullied children feel afraid to go to school."
"The bullied boy found support from a kind group of classmates."
How to use bullied
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes someone who has been the victim of bullying.
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- Comparative
- more bullied
- Superlative
- most bullied
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What does “bullied” mean?
The word “bullied” means having been the target of a bully's repeated aggressive or intimidating behaviour. In plain terms, describes someone who has been the victim of bullying.
How do you pronounce “bullied”?
“Bullied” is pronounced BUU-leed (/ˈbʊlid/ in IPA).
How do you use “bullied” in a sentence?
Here is “bullied” used in a sentence: “The bullied student finally told a teacher what was happening.”
What part of speech is “bullied”?
“Bullied” is an adjective.
Is “bullied” a common word?
“Bullied” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between "bullied" and "harassed"?
"Bullied" specifically describes someone who has been the target of a bully's repeated aggressive or intimidating behavior, often implying a power imbalance and a pattern over time. "Harassed" is broader and can describe a single instance or ongoing unwanted behavior that isn't necessarily tied to a bullying dynamic.
Can "bullied" describe adults, or only children?
"Bullied" applies to anyone who has been targeted by repeated aggressive or intimidating behavior, including adults in workplaces or online, not just children at school. The core meaning focuses on the pattern of intimidation rather than the age of the person affected.
Is "bullied" used to describe a one-time incident?
Not typically. Because the definition centers on repeated aggressive or intimidating behavior, "bullied" usually implies a pattern rather than a single isolated event. A one-off unkind comment is more commonly described with words like "insulted" or "mocked."
