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| a·bu·sive [ ə byssiv ] |
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1. insulting: intended to insult or offend somebody
  abusive language
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2. harmful: involving physical, psychological, or sexual maltreatment
an abusive relationship
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3. wrongful: involving illegal, improper, or harmful activities
using abusive methods to secure power
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| a·bu·sive·ly adverb |
| a·bu·sive·ness noun |
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