Hector and Ruffle

Hector

Hector verb - To make timid or fearful by or as if by threats.

Ruffle and hector are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Ruffle" instead a verb "Hector".

Nearby Words: hectored, hectoring

Ruffle

Ruffle verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Hector and ruffle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hector" instead a verb "Ruffle".

Nearby Words: ruffled, ruff, ruffling
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