Abuse
1. (verb) – to speak or treat someone cruelly
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The bully was reprimanded for verbally abusing a group of small
boys.
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It’s disturbing to read about children being mentally
and physically abused on a
daily basis.
2. (noun) – cruel, violent or unfair treatment
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No one would have guessed that Amy was a victim of child
abuse. She’s always so cheerful and
friendly.
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After years of (mental) abuse, Sally finally divorced her husband.
Abusive (adj) – using rude and offensive words
- He was kicked out of the bar for being abusive toward the waitresses.
- I can’t imagine how many abusive phone calls telemarketers have to deal with on a daily
basis.
Abuser (noun)
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Sally had to mentally prepare herself before facing
her abuser in court.
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John has been a drug abuser for years. It’s no wonder he never has any money.
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