Synonyms of henpecking

henpecking

verb

present participle of henpeck

as in nagging

to subject (someone) to constant scoldings and sharp reminders

my doctor henpecked me into adopting a healthier lifestyle

Synonyms & Similar Words

• nagging
• hounding
• begging
• dogging
• urging
• needling
• bothering
• pecking (at)
• badgering
• picking at
• annoying
• pestering
• harassing
• pushing
• nitpicking
• goading
• chivvying
• plaguing
• insisting
• harrying
• egging
• baiting
• prompting
• prodding
• riding
• bugging
• spurring
• hassling
• vexing
• inciting
• pressuring
• cajoling
• wheedling
• pleading
• exhorting
• coaxing
• carping (at)
• fussing (about or over)
• yapping (at)
• irking
• importuning
• chivying
• pressing
• blandishing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• complimenting
• praising
• recommending
• commending
• touting
• applauding
• extolling
• lauding
• building up
• eulogizing
• acclaiming