Nagging

verb

Word Frequency: 1.2

Definitions

1.verbTo continuously remind or complain to (someone) in an annoying way, often about insignificant or unnecessary matters.

2.verbTo bother with persistent thoughts or memories.

"The notion that he forgot something nagged him the rest of the day."

3.verbTo bother or disturb persistently in any way.

"a nagging north wind"

4.nounThe action of the verb nag.

5.adjectiveCausing persistent mild pain, or annoyance.

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