harridan (Meaning)

Wordnet

harridan (n)

a scolding (even vicious) old woman

Webster

A worn-out strumpet; a vixenish woman; a hag.

The harridan's shrill voice grated on his nerves like a chalkboard.
Emily's former friend had become a bitter harridan, spreading malicious gossip about her.
The old harridan hobbled along the street, her walking stick tapping angrily.
The harridan's sharp tongue could cut through flesh like a knife.
The villagers feared the harridan, believing her to be a witch capable of curses.
The harridan accused the young girl of theft, her face contorted in anger.
The harridan was known for her cruel and spiteful nature, taking pleasure in others' suffering.
The harridan's screeching insults made the children run away in fright.
The harridan had no compassion, her heart filled with only hatred and resentment.
Emily refused to let the harridan's accusations ruin her reputation, knowing her true character.

a scolding (even vicious) old womanA worn-out strumpet; a vixenish woman; a hag.

shrew, harpy, critic, vixen, battle-axe,termagant, virago, battle-ax, gorgon, faultfinder

No antonyms found.

The harridan's shrill voice grated on his nerves like a chalkboard.

Emily's former friend had become a bitter harridan, spreading malicious gossip about her.

The old harridan hobbled along the street, her walking stick tapping angrily.

The harridan's sharp tongue could cut through flesh like a knife.