Henpeck

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛnˌpɛk/

Henpeck (verb)

  1. To criticize or annoy someone, especially a man, often about small things.

Examples

  • One partner may henpeck the other about household chores.
  • She tends to henpeck her husband about small things.

Common collocations: henpeck someone, constantly henpeck

Synonyms of Henpeck

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Henpeck

  • — To provide encouragement instead of criticism.
  • — To express admiration rather than nagging.