Bully
/ˈbʊli/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:10 ptsWWF:13 pts5 letters
Definition of Bully
noun
- A person who is intentionally, physically, or emotionally cruel to others; especially to those who are weaker or have less power or privilege.
"A playground bully pushed a girl off the swing."
- A noisy, blustering fellow, more insolent than courageous; one who is threatening and quarrelsome; an insolent, tyrannical fellow.
- A hired thug.
- A sex worker’s minder.
- Bully beef.
verb
- To intimidate (someone) as a bully.
"You shouldn't bully people for being gay."
- To act aggressively towards.
adjective
- Very good.
"a bully horse"
- Jovial and blustering.
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