Hector/ˈhektər/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Negative Nuance It expresses disapproval and strong annoyance at someone's behavior. His teammates would rather quit than listen to him hector them after every game. Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Use Commonly used in informal conversations rather than formal writing. Uncle Frank wouldn’t stop hectoring me about choosing a college. Pro Tip 3/3Power Dynamics Often used when someone uses their position to dominate or control someone else. The senior employees shouldn't hector the new interns.