1. to intimidate or bully someone with harsh, angry words or by a domineering manner
Usage: often used in contexts involving verbal intimidation or psychological pressure

Examples

• The manager tried to browbeat his employees into working overtime without pay.
• She refused to let her older brother browbeat her into giving up her allowance.
• The lawyer attempted to browbeat the witness during cross-examination.
• Don’t let anyone browbeat you into making a decision you’re not comfortable with.
• The coach was criticized for browbeating players instead of motivating them.
• He used his position of authority to browbeat subordinates into compliance.