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Abusive (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Expressing offensive reproach.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The politician's abusive language during the debate sparked outrage from her opponents and supporters alike.
  • Her abusive tone made it difficult for him to express his opinion during the meeting.
  • The abusive words written on the bathroom wall were a reflection of the school's deeper issues with bullying.
  • The comedian's abusive humor was not well received by the conservative audience.
  • After a few months of dating, she realized that her boyfriend's abusive behavior was not just a mood swing.

Synonyms

  • Opprobrious
  • Scurrilous

Related Words

  • Abuse (verb)

Meaning 2

Characterized by physical or psychological maltreatment; "abusive punishment"; "argued...that foster homes are abusive".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Related Words

  • Abuse (verb)
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