Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

henpeck

verb
/ˈhɛnˌpɛk/
Definition
To criticize or nag someone constantly, typically by a wife toward her husband.
Examples
  • She tends to henpeck her husband over the smallest issues.
  • The husband felt henpecked by his wife’s constant suggestions and corrections.
  • After years of being henpecked, he finally decided to speak up about his feelings.
Meaning
Henpeck means to repeatedly bother or scold someone with petty complaints or demands.
Synonyms
  • nag
  • browbeat
  • scold
  • criticize
  • chide