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.
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Meaning 2
Characterized by physical or psychological maltreatment; "abusive punishment"; "argued...that foster homes are abusive".
Classification
All adjective clusters.