GRE Word List
ABUSIVE
using harsh, insulting language
The meaning of the word abusive is using harsh, insulting language.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
---|---|
demographic | the statistical characteristics of human populations (such as age or income) used especially to identify markets |
gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
autocratic | of, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute |
minatory | having a menacing quality |
affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |
dermatologist | a branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases |
solicitous | manifesting or expressing solicitude |
homily | a usually short sermon |
dispense | to divide and share out according to a plan : to deal out in portions |
obsessive | tending to cause obsession |