Heckled

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛkəld/

Definitions of heckled

verb to interrupt a speaker or performer with derisive or aggressive comments or abuse

Example Sentences

A1 The comedian was heckled during his stand-up show.

A2 The speaker was heckled by the audience during the debate.

B1 The politician was heckled by protesters during her speech.

B2 The singer was heckled by some unruly fans at the concert.

C1 The actor was heckled by critics for his performance in the play.

C2 The professor was heckled by students during the lecture.

Examples of heckled in a Sentence

formal The speaker was heckled by a group of protesters during the conference.

informal The comedian was heckled by a rowdy audience member at the comedy show.

slang The politician was heckled by some haters at the rally.

figurative His conscience heckled him as he tried to make a dishonest decision.

Grammatical Forms of heckled

• past tense: heckled
• plural: hecklers
• comparative: more heckled
• superlative: most heckled
• present tense: heckle
• future tense: will heckle
• perfect tense: have heckled
• continuous tense: is heckling
• singular: heckler
• positive degree: heckled
• infinitive: to heckle
• gerund: heckling
• participle: heckling

Origin and Evolution of heckled

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'heckled' originated from the Old English word 'heka' which meant to comb flax or hemp, a process that involved teasing out the fibers.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'heckled' evolved to include the idea of interrupting or harassing a speaker or performer during a public event, particularly by asking challenging or mocking questions. This usage became popular in the context of political debates and comedy performances.