GRE Word List

ABUSIVE

using harsh, insulting language

The meaning of the word abusive is using harsh, insulting language.

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WordMeaning
synchronoushappening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time
threatan expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
tentativenot fully worked out or developed
betrothto promise to marry
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
repelto drive back : repulse
disparatemarkedly distinct in quality or character
congruentcongruous
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament