Synonyms of picked at

picked at

phrase

past tense of pick at

as in pecked (at)

to subject (someone) to constant scoldings and sharp reminders

Stop picking at your sister.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pecked (at)
• urged
• begged
• dogged
• hounded
• bothered
• henpecked
• nagged
• needled
• pushed
• annoyed
• fussed (about or over)
• yapped (at)
• badgered
• harassed
• prompted
• spurred
• plagued
• chivied
• carped (at)
• rode
• insisted
• irked
• pestered
• incited
• vexed
• egged
• bugged
• harried
• coaxed
• exhorted
• goaded
• baited
• pressured
• pleaded
• prodded
• hassled
• cajoled
• wheedled
• nitpicked
• blandished
• importuned
• pressed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• complimented
• recommended
• praised
• commended
• touted
• built up
• lauded
• applauded
• extolled
• acclaimed
• eulogized

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of picked at

The draft order was picked at random, but the league’s players didn’t pick a number out of a hat or see who could hit a golf shot closest to a hole. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026

The filling is made with whole cherries picked at peak ripeness, along with sugar and a hint of lemon to create a sweet-tart flavor. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2026

Why seasonal eating boosts nutrition Produce picked at the height of its natural season is harvested when nutrient levels are highest. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

Another refuses outside contributions, so the field stays whatever the author picked at launch. — Lucas Giordano, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026