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scurrility vs abuse

abuse vs scurrility

scurrility and abuse both are nouns.

scurrility is not a verb while abuse is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
scurrility Yes No No No
abuse Yes No Yes No
As nouns, abuse is a hypernym of scurrility; that is, abuse is a word with a broader meaning than scurrility:
  • scurrility: foul-mouthed or obscene abuse
  • abuse: a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
Other hypernyms of scurrility include contumely, insult, revilement, vilification.
scurrility (noun) abuse (noun)
foul-mouthed or obscene abuse improper or excessive use
cruel or inhumane treatment
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
scurrility (verb) abuse (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 scurrility and abuse

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