Definition of Nagging
Nagging
nag·ging
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
constantly complaining or criticizing, always finding fault with someone and annoying them, usually to get them to do something;
e.g. He was tired of listening to his nagging parents, but he knew they wanted what was best for him.
(adjective)
causing persistent anxiety or worry, often by being continually uncomfortable or painful;
e.g. She had a nagging feeling that they were in trouble. I have a nagging pain in my ankle from when I broke it some years ago.
(verb)
irritating or annoying a person by constantly complaining, finding fault with them, or trying to get them to do something;
e.g. They have been nagging him to learn to drive, but he doesn't want to.
(verb)
being persistently troublesome, worrying, or painful to someone/something;
e.g. Her advice has been nagging at him because he knows that she is right.
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