Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pick on
Phrasal Verb
/pɪk ɒn/
Definition
To tease or bully someone consistently.
Examples
- The older kids like to pick on the younger ones during recess.
- She felt upset when her friends started to pick on her for being different.
- It’s not nice to pick on someone just because they are quiet.
Meaning
To choose someone as a target for unfair treatment or harassment.
Synonyms
- Tease
- Bully
- Harass
- Badger
- Taunt
