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browbeaten

The correct spelling is browbeaten.

How to pronounce browbeaten

verb

Say it like: Bro-wbee-ten

The correct spelling is browbeaten. To bully in an intimidating, bossy, or supercilious way. For example: "Though the teacher browbeat all the children, they still acted out during the lesson."

Usage Examples

Though the teacher browbeat all the children, they still acted out during the lesson.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To bully in an intimidating, bossy, or supercilious way.

adjective

  1. 1.Intimidated or subjugated

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