Looking for the meaning of the word ABUSIVE in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of ABUSIVE with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Abusive
Speech Type: Adjective
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
əˈbjuːsɪv
Dialects: British English
Definition:
extremely offensive and insulting
Short Definition:extremely offensive and insulting
Examples:- the goalkeeper was sent off for using abusive language
- he became quite abusive and swore at her
Definition:
engaging in or characterized by habitual violence and cruelty
Short Definition:engaging in or characterized by habitual violence and cruelty
Examples:- abusive parents
- an abusive relationship
Definition:
involving injustice or illegality
Short Definition:involving injustice or illegality
Examples:- the abusive and predatory practices of businesses
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