VocabJLPT N1
abusive language
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. abusive language
  2. 2. violent language
This noun refers to violent, abusive, or outrageously offensive language directed at someone. It is used when describing speech that is so extreme or insulting that it crosses the line of acceptable expression.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If I hadn't said those awful things back then, maybe we'd still be okay.

Sentence 2

He brushed it off saying, "It was just a joke."

Sentence 3

That still doesn't mean you had to lash back with insults.

Sentence 4

Since when did you start calling verbal abuse "being honest"?

Sentence 5

A verbal outburst in the break room ended up splitting the team apart.