Main Entry: abu·sive

Pronunciation: \ə-ˈbyü-siv also -ziv\

Function: adjective

Date: 1583

1 : characterized by wrong or improper use or action; especially : corrupt <abusive financial practices>
2 a : using harsh insulting language <an angry and abusive crowd> b : characterized by or serving for abuse <abusive language> c : physically injurious <abusive behavior>

— abu·sive·ly adverb

— abu·sive·ness noun