The Clue
Badgered (6 letter answer)
The Answer
BAITED
Tags
Notes
The answer BAITED is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
Related Clues
Taunted
Teased
Like fishhooks
Like fishers' hooks
Like some hooks
Definition
BAIT as a verb:
1. (tease, razz, rag, cod, tantalize, tantalise, bait, taunt, twit, rally, ride) = harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie"
2. lure, entice, or entrap with bait
3. attack with dogs or set dogs upon