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Molestation - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Molestation refers to unwanted or inappropriate physical or sexual contact, often involving harassment or abuse. It is a serious offense that violates personal boundaries and can cause lasting harm.

molestation

/ˌmɑː.ləˈsteɪ.ʃən/ /ˌmɒl.əˈsteɪ.ʃən/

Definition:

Sexual abuse or harassment, often involving unwanted physical contact or coercion.

Synonyms:

Abuse, harassment, assault, violation, exploitation

Part of Speech:

Noun

Antonyms:

Protection, respect, safety

Common Collocations:

Child molestation, sexual molestation, allegations of molestation, report molestation

Derivatives:

Molest, molester, molesting

Usage Tips:

Use "molestation" to describe serious sexual abuse; avoid casual usage due to its grave implications.

Common Phrases:

Allegations of molestation, victim of molestation, charged with molestation

Etymology:

From Latin *molestare* ("to annoy, disturb"), via Old French *molester*.

Examples:

  • 1. The teacher reported the alleged molestation to the authorities immediately.
  • 2. The survivor bravely testified about her childhood molestation in court.
  • 3. Molestation cases require sensitive handling by law enforcement and counselors.
  • 4. The documentary exposed systemic failures in preventing child molestation.
  • 5. He was arrested for the molestation of a minor last year.

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