noun
- the act of bothering, disturbing, or harassing someone persistently
- unwanted sexual contact or abuse, especially of a child
Usage: serious criminal offense
Examples
- The security guard was fired for the molestation of visitors.
- Laws protect children from molestation and abuse.
- She reported the molestation to the authorities immediately.
- The company has strict policies against employee molestation.
- Witnesses testified about the molestation they had observed.
- The victim sought counseling after the molestation.