bully
1 of 3noun/ˈbʊli/
Forms:bullies
1
a person who likes to threaten, scare, or hurt others, particularly people who are weaker
B1A bully is a person who repeatedly uses force, threats, or hurtful words to intimidate, control, or harm others. This behavior often causes the person targeted to feel scared, powerless, or inferior. Bullies typically choose victims based on personal characteristics such as appearance, actions, or social status, and their actions can lead to emotional, physical, or psychological damage. Such behavior is widely considered harmful and unacceptable, and many efforts are made to prevent it in various environments, like schools, workplaces, and online spaces.
- It's important for parents to teach their children about empathy and kindness to prevent them from becoming bullies.
- She stood up to the bully and reported their behavior to the school authorities.
- Teachers must address cases of bullying by identifying the bully.
- The school counselor offered support and guidance to students who had been targeted by bullies.
- The bully was given a warning for his behavior.