verbal abuse

noun

: harsh and insulting language directed at a person

She was a victim of verbal abuse.

Examples of verbal abuse in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Her coworkers have concerns about workplace safety, harassment, verbal abuse and intimidation, according to the news release. — Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2026

The week-long trial addressed allegations of physical and verbal abuse committed by Hill against Vaccaro, who sought $8 million. — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026

Solitary confinement is frequently used as a punishment, and officers hurl verbal abuse and threats of physical abuse at detainees, attorneys wrote. — Claire Healy, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026

Brown also testified about having witnessed verbal abuse over time and one instance of physical abuse. — Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for verbal abuse

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