1. a strict, bossy, or bad-tempered woman, especially an older one
Usage: informal; derogatory

Examples

• The old harridan ruled her household with an iron fist.
• No one dared to contradict the harridan who managed the office.
• She had a reputation as a harridan, always criticizing and complaining.
• The harridan's sharp tongue kept everyone at a distance.
• He described his former boss as a harridan who made work miserable for everyone.