Definition of Abusive
Abusive
a·bu·sive
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(adjective)
involving or characterized by habitual cruelty and violence, physically and/or mentally/emotionally;
e.g. Her abusive father was known to hit her almost everyday.
(adjective)
extremely offensive, insulting, or harsh, especially in language, or using such language;
e.g. He went off on an abusive rant, insulting everyone who was present.
(adjective)
illegal, corrupt, or unjust, somehow wrong or improper;
e.g. The company's abusive practices led hundreds of employees to quit their jobs.
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