abusive

Phonetic Respelling: [ uh-byoo-siv ]

Definition:

adj. 1 characterized by offensive or unfair language; 2 characterized by injurious or offensive treatment; 3 improperly or dishonestly used.

Sentence:

People can sometimes be unkind and abusive.

More example sentences:

People can sometimes be unkind and abusive.

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Why didn't Alex comprehend that Cliff was an abusive person?

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It's an abusive procedure that promotes discrimination.

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The broadcasters censored the abusive comments of the show's guests.

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Synonyms:

harmful; misuse; mistreat; misapply

Antonyms:

complimentary; respectful

Abusive rhymes:

• Three Syllable Rhymes
  • allusive
  • collusive
  • conclusive
  • conducive
  • elusive
  • exclusive
  • illusive
  • inclusive
  • intrusive
  • obtrusive
  • reclusive
• Four Syllable Rhymes
  • inconclusive
  • nonexclusive
  • unobtrusive