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vituperation vs abuse

abuse vs vituperation

vituperation and abuse both are nouns.

vituperation is not a verb while abuse is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
vituperation Yes No No No
abuse Yes No Yes No
As nouns, abuse is a hypernym of vituperation; that is, abuse is a word with a broader meaning than vituperation:
  • vituperation: abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will
  • abuse: a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
Other hypernyms of vituperation include contumely, insult, revilement, vilification.
vituperation (noun) abuse (noun)
abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will improper or excessive use
cruel or inhumane treatment
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
vituperation (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 vituperation and abuse

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