Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chivvies
verb
/ˈchɪv.i/
Definition
To annoy or urge someone persistently or repeatedly.
Examples
- She chivvied her brother to clean his room before their parents got home.
- The coach chivvied the team to practice harder for the upcoming match.
Meaning
Chivvies refer to a kind of teasing or persistent urging that can be annoying to the person on the receiving end. It implies a sense of encouragement that may feel bothersome.
Synonyms
- nag
- urge
- harass
- pester
