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abuse vs scurrility

scurrility vs abuse

abuse and scurrility both are nouns.

abuse is a verb but scurrility is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
abuse Yes No Yes No
scurrility Yes No No No
As nouns, scurrility is a hyponym of abuse; that is, scurrility is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than abuse:
  • abuse: a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
  • scurrility: foul-mouthed or obscene abuse
Other hyponyms of abuse include low blow, billingsgate, cut, stinger, invective, vitriol, vituperation.
abuse (noun) scurrility (noun)
improper or excessive use foul-mouthed or obscene abuse
cruel or inhumane treatment
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
abuse (verb) scurrility (verb)
change the inherent purpose or function of something
use wrongly or improperly or excessively
use foul or abusive language towards
treat badly
Difference between abuse and scurrility

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