Abusive
Insulting
Synonyms Insulting, vulgar, disparaging, derogatory, denigratory, pejorative, disdainful, scornful, defamatory, libellous, blasphemous, castigatory, reproachful, contumelious, rude, offensive, belittling, disrespectful, uncomplimentary, vituperative, derisive, contemptuous, slanderous, scurrilous, scolding, reproving, and bitchy.
Cruel
Example Sentences
He was fired for his abusive behavior.
The relationship became increasingly abusive.
She escaped from an abusive partner.
The child suffered from abusive parents.
Abusive language is not tolerated here.
The company took action against abusive employees.
He apologized for his abusive comments.
They offer support to victims of abusive relationships.
The coach was accused of abusive conduct.
Abusive actions have serious consequences.