Abusive Synonyms
47 abusive synonyms include insulting, rude, vulgar, offensive, disparaging, belittling, derogatory, disrespectful, denigratory, and uncomplimentary. Abusive is an adjective, and its antonyms are moderate, respectful, and civil. Here are some additional synonyms for "abusive" with example sentences.
Another word for Abusive
47 other ways to say abusive.
1. insulting
- vulgar
- vituperative
- uncomplimentary
- slanderous
- scurrilous
- scornful
- scolding
- rude
- reproving
- reproachful
- pejorative
- offensive
- libellous
- insulting
- disrespectful
- disparaging
- disdainful
- derogatory
- derisive
- denigratory
- defamatory
- contumelious
- contemptuous
- castigatory
- blasphemous
- bitchy
- belittling
2. cruel
- vicious
- unkind
- unfeeling
- uncaring
- savage
- sadistic
- ruthless
- remorseless
- pitiless
- merciless
- inhumane
- inhuman
- heartless
- cruel
- cold-hearted
- cold-blooded
- brutish
- brutal
- barbarous
- barbaric
Use abusive in a Sentence
abusive language is not tolerated here.
He was fired for his abusive behavior.
She escaped from an abusive partner.
The relationship became increasingly abusive.