abusive
abu·sive
/əˈbjuːsıv/ adj [more ~; most ~]
1 : using harsh and insulting language
He spoke to her in an abusive manner. = He was abusive when he spoke to her.
abusive language
The fans yelled abusive comments to the referee.
a verbally abusive fan
2 : using or involving physical violence or emotional cruelty
an abusive parent
protecting wives from abusive husbands
people in abusive relationships
abu·sive·ly adv
The boss treated the staff abusively.
abu·sive·ness noun [ noncount ]
