Meaning of the word abusively in English
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abusively
US /əˈbjuː.sɪv.li/
UK /əˈbjuː.sɪv.li/
Adverb
1.
in a way that is extremely rude and insulting
Example:
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He spoke to her abusively, calling her names and shouting.
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The crowd reacted abusively to the referee's decision.
2.
in a way that involves treating someone badly or cruelly
Example:
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The children were treated abusively by their stepfather.
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He was accused of behaving abusively towards his employees.
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