B2 noun Neutre

bullying

/ˈbʊliɪŋ/

Bullying refers to repeated, intentional behavior aimed at harming, intimidating, or coercing someone perceived as more vulnerable. It typically involves a power imbalance and can manifest physically, verbally, or through digital platforms.

Exemples

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1

The school has introduced a new policy to identify and stop bullying in the playground.

The school has introduced a new policy to identify and stop bullying in the playground.

2

It is the responsibility of the administration to ensure a workplace free from bullying and harassment.

It is the responsibility of the administration to ensure a workplace free from bullying and harassment.

3

I'm so glad they finally called him out for his bullying behavior.

I'm so glad they finally called him out for his bullying behavior.

Famille de mots

Nom
bullying
Verb
bully
Adjectif
bullying
Apparenté
bully
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Bull'—an animal that uses its size and horns to push others around and dominate the field.

Quiz rapide

The university has a strict policy against any form of cyber ____.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : bullying

Exemples

1

The school has introduced a new policy to identify and stop bullying in the playground.

everyday

The school has introduced a new policy to identify and stop bullying in the playground.

2

It is the responsibility of the administration to ensure a workplace free from bullying and harassment.

formal

It is the responsibility of the administration to ensure a workplace free from bullying and harassment.

3

I'm so glad they finally called him out for his bullying behavior.

informal

I'm so glad they finally called him out for his bullying behavior.

4

Sociological studies often differentiate between direct physical bullying and indirect relational aggression.

academic

Sociological studies often differentiate between direct physical bullying and indirect relational aggression.

5

The HR department conducted a workshop to address subtle forms of bullying in corporate environments.

business

The HR department conducted a workshop to address subtle forms of bullying in corporate environments.

Famille de mots

Nom
bullying
Verb
bully
Adjectif
bullying
Apparenté
bully

Collocations courantes

workplace bullying workplace bullying
anti-bullying campaign anti-bullying campaign
victim of bullying victim of bullying
stop bullying stop bullying
cyber bullying cyber bullying

Phrases Courantes

to stand up to bullying

to stand up to bullying

zero-tolerance for bullying

zero-tolerance for bullying

cyber-bullying awareness

cyber-bullying awareness

Souvent confondu avec

bullying vs harassment

Bullying is often social or peer-based, whereas harassment often has legal implications regarding protected characteristics like race or gender.

bullying vs teasing

Teasing can be playful and mutual, but bullying is repetitive, intentional, and involves a power imbalance.

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Notes d'usage

The word is most commonly used in educational contexts, but 'workplace bullying' is a standard term for adult environments. It functions as an uncountable noun in most contexts.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use 'bully' (the person) when they mean 'bullying' (the act). Avoid saying 'he did a bully' instead of 'he engaged in bullying.'

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Bull'—an animal that uses its size and horns to push others around and dominate the field.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the 16th-century Dutch word 'boel' (lover/brother), it originally meant 'sweetheart' before shifting to mean a 'blusterer' and eventually a harasser by the 17th century.

Modèles grammaticaux

uncountable noun gerund of the verb 'to bully' often followed by 'in' or 'at' to denote location
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Contexte culturel

In many Western educational systems, 'Anti-Bullying Week' is an annual event used to promote kindness and awareness.

Quiz rapide

The university has a strict policy against any form of cyber ____.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : bullying

Mots lis

ancarny

C1

Relating to deep, ancient instincts or primal physical sensations that evoke a sense of mystery or unsettling familiarity. It describes behaviors or feelings that seem to be inherited from prehistoric ancestors and manifest in modern contexts.

tripendward

C1

Describing a trajectory, movement, or orientation directed toward a three-fold suspension or a point supported by three distinct anchors. It characterizes an object or path that leans toward a junction where three entities or supports meet.

synacrness

C1

Describing a quality of simultaneous acute precision and synchronized coordination. It refers to the state where multiple sharp or intense elements occur at once with perfect alignment.

unmalance

C1

A state of persistent or structural lack of equilibrium, specifically when this lack of balance leads to a detrimental or inefficient outcome. It is often used in technical or test-specific environments to describe systems where the distribution of elements is intentionally or erroneously skewed.

comtermness

C1

To engage in the process of establishing common terminology or shared linguistic understanding within a specific group. It involves negotiating and refining definitions to ensure all parties are aligned on technical concepts.

semifinism

C1

Relating to a state of partial completion or an intermediate stage in a process where a final goal is reached in function but not in form. It describes something that is operational yet lacks the definitive polish or finality of a completed work.

revaltion

C1

A revelation is the act of revealing or disclosing a surprising and previously unknown fact, especially one that is made in a dramatic way. It can also refer to a divine or supernatural disclosure of information to humanity.

bifugcy

C1

To divide or branch into two distinct, often divergent paths or outcomes, typically used in contexts involving complex decision-making or evolutionary processes. It implies a definitive split where the resulting entities develop independently and no longer overlap.

intravictship

C1

Describing the internal relations, dynamics, or psychological states that exist within a group sharing a common victory or high-status achievement. It refers specifically to the nuances of interaction between members who are part of the same successful collective.

antimanment

C1

The systematic opposition to or reversal of human management and intervention within a specific system or environment. It typically refers to the policy of allowing natural or organic processes to occur without external control or supervision.

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