henpecking (Meaning)

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henpecking (p. pr. & vb.)

of Henpeck

The henpecking husband was constantly criticized and berated by his domineering wife.
Her nagging and incessant complaints were a daily form of henpecking that drove him to distraction.
The mayor's wife was well-known for her henpecking, keeping him under her thumb.
The henpecked victim felt trapped and powerless, unable to escape his wife's relentless verbal attacks.
The incessant henpecking had taken a toll on his self-esteem, leaving him feeling worthless and inadequate.
Despite the henpecking, he remained loyal to his wife, believing that he had failed in his marital duty.
The henpecking extended beyond the home, with the wife berating him in public, embarrassing him in front of others.
The henpecking was so severe that it became a form of emotional abuse, causing him to withdraw from social interactions.
The henpecking created a hostile and toxic home environment, where the husband felt constantly threatened and belittled.
Eventually, the henpecking became unbearable, leading to the dissolution of the marriage.

of Henpeck

nagging, urging, pecking (at), picking at, badgering, needling, bothering, dogging, begging, hounding

complimenting, praising, recommending,complimenting, commending, commending, recommending, praising, extolling, lauding

The henpecking husband was constantly criticized and berated by his domineering wife.

Her nagging and incessant complaints were a daily form of henpecking that drove him to distraction.

The mayor's wife was well-known for her henpecking, keeping him under her thumb.

The henpecked victim felt trapped and powerless, unable to escape his wife's relentless verbal attacks.