Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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abusive | No | Yes | No | No |
abuse | Yes | No | Yes | No |
abusive (noun) | abuse (noun) |
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improper or excessive use | |
cruel or inhumane treatment | |
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt |
abusive (adjective) | abuse (adjective) |
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characterized by physical or psychological maltreatment | |
expressing offensive reproach |
abusive (verb) | abuse (verb) |
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change the inherent purpose or function of something | |
use wrongly or improperly or excessively | |
use foul or abusive language towards | |
treat badly |