How to Pronounce Hectored

To pronounce "hectored", say HECT-or-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

HECT-or-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “hectored”

"hectored" has 3 syllables: hect-or-ed. It rhymes with nectared and vectored, if that helps it stick.

What does hectored mean?

verb

  1. To dominate or intimidate in a blustering way; to bully, to domineer.
  2. To behave like a hector or bully; to bluster, to swagger; to bully.

Synonyms

huffterroriseterrorize

Words that rhyme with hectored

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nectaredvectored

Related words

browbeatbullyragballyragbullystrong-armrodeharassedheered

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hectored"?▾

"Hectored" has 3 syllables: hect · or · ed.

What does "hectored" mean?▾

Hectored: To dominate or intimidate in a blustering way; to bully, to domineer.

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