verbally abuse

Frequency: 7.210.2 per million words

To use cruel or insulting words towards someone.

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Examples (10)

  • It is never acceptable to verbally abuse another person.
  • The manager was fired for routinely verbally abusing his employees.
  • She felt isolated after her partner began to verbally abuse her.
  • Children who are verbally abused may suffer long-term psychological effects.
  • You should never tolerate anyone who tries to verbally abuse you.
  • The politician was heavily criticized for verbally abusing his opponent during the debate.
  • He vowed never to verbally abuse his children, remembering his own childhood.
  • Witnessing someone verbally abuse another can be very distressing for bystanders.
  • The new company policy strictly prohibits staff from verbally abusing customers.
  • If you feel you are being verbally abused, it's important to seek help immediately.