Abusive
/əˈbjusɪv/
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Definition
(adj) Prone to treat someone badly by coarse, insulting words or other maltreatment; vituperative; reproachful; scurrilous.
Sentence Examples
I had never received such an abusive letter before.
They used abusive language to her.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The coach was fired after making ____ remarks to the players.