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Abusive language may refer to: Verbal abuse, a type of psychological or mental abuse that involves the use of oral or written language directed to a victim
Abusive_language
Illegal language in small number of US states
The use of abusive language to another person is illegal in a small number of U.S. states. Offenders are typically charged with this offense in conjunction
Abusive_language_(law)
Socially offensive form of language
for using profane, abusive language. While there is no legislation to punish abusers, the problem aggravated with abusive language being used in the parliament
Profanity
1969 novel by Philip Roth
confesses to his psychoanalyst in "intimate, shameful detail, and coarse, abusive language."[full citation needed][full citation needed] In 1998, the Modern Library
Portnoy's_Complaint
Indian singer and actor (born 1991)
Pushkar Singh Dhami. According to reports, Sharma used language that was described as abusive and derogatory. The remarks prompted reactions from sections
Masoom_Sharma
Secondary school in England
overall. Policies include a strict uniform code and bans on offensive or abusive language and general phone usage. Ashton‑on‑Mersey’s curriculum is designed
Ashton-on-Mersey_School
British comedian and actor (born 1974)
were made. In 2017, a man was arrested after causing distress and abusive language at the Marina Theatre during Chowdhry's 'Live Innit' performance. In
Paul_Chowdhry
English football manager (born 1980)
December 2019, Robinson was charged by the Football Association for using abusive language to a match official. Oxford were adjudged to have finished the COVID-affected
Karl_Robinson
Unfair act by a football player
contact being made is guilty of dissent, using offensive, insulting or abusive language and/or action(s) or other verbal offences prevents the goalkeeper from
Fouls and misconduct (association football)
Fouls_and_misconduct_(association_football)
American football official (born 1978)
unsportsmanlike conduct penalty on Tom Brady: 'He got in my face ... and used abusive language'". NFL.com. Retrieved January 2, 2024. "NFL ref says false start in
Shawn_Hochuli
American rapper, filmmaker, and activist
police interrupted the concert and Riley was charged with using "abusive language"—a charge that had not been laid in 26 years, and never before against
Boots_Riley
Indian politician
had been subjected to criminal intimidation, wrongful restraint and abusive language by Wilson's associates when attempting to recover the outstanding dues
N._Marie_Wilson
Indian musician (born 1949)
'Muslim appeasement'" by the party. In January 2022, Suman attacked in abusive language over the phone in a conversation with journalist Bittu Raychaudhuri
Kabir_Suman
Gibraltar-born British sports medicine specialist
own language expert, said they were "appalled" at the decision to clear Mourinho and that its language expert was certain Mourinho had used abusive language
Eva_Carneiro
British Labour politician
controversies including abusive social media posts, as well as complaints upheld by the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards for "abusive language with a racial
Neil_Coyle
Indian reality television show
critics commenting that the show's increasing focus on conflicts, abusive language, and controversial behaviour had reduced its appeal as family entertainment
Bigg_Boss_(Hindi_TV_series)
Bengali-Assamese language
close friends or family as well as for addressing subordinates, or in abusive language. In the following tables, the abbreviations used are as follows: VF=very
Noakhali_language
Indian social campaign
India. The campaign aims to address and reduce the use of gender-based abusive language in daily conversations, promoting respectful communication within households
Gaali_Band_Ghar
Romance language of Western Europe
from abroad or from outside Occitania (in this case, often merely and abusively referred to as Parisiens or Nordistes, which means northerners). Occitan
Occitan_language
American fine dining bed and breakfast
ingredients as local to Lummi Island and that Wetzel used derogatory and abusive language and tolerated sexual harassment at the restaurant, allegations Wetzel
Willows_Inn
Card shown for misconduct in sports
repeated and continuous disputing of Referee's decisions; foul or abusive language directed at an opponent or Official; or unnecessary verbal communication
Penalty_card
British left-wing activist and writer
2018, he was expelled from the Labour Party for "harassment" and "abusive language", over allegations of antisemitism. Greenstein is opposed to Zionism
Tony_Greenstein
Indian politician (born 1948)
Retrieved 17 February 2024. "Azam Khan's staffers accuse him of using "abusive" language". Business Standard. Retrieved 17 February 2024. "Election Commission
Azam_Khan_(politician)
Amendment to the 1917 Espionage Act allowing the U.S. Gov. to suppress wartime dissent
government bonds. It forbade the use of "disloyal, profane, scurrilous, or abusive language" about the United States government, its flag, or its armed forces
Sedition_Act_of_1918
Attacking the person rather than their argument
such as tu quoque, circumstantial ad hominem, guilt by association, and abusive ad hominem. All of them are similar to the general scheme of ad hominem
Ad_hominem
Indo-Aryan language spoken in Bangladesh and India
close friends or family as well as for addressing subordinates, or in abusive language. In the following tables, the abbreviations used are as follows: VF=very
Sylheti_language
Indian politician (born 1994)
on social media. In the recording, Mahato was allegedly heard using abusive language against the officer. The incident escalated from an earlier dispute
Jairam_Kumar_Mahato
Scottish football manager and player (born 1963)
against West Bromwich Albion by referee Steve Bennett for using foul and abusive language and for improper behaviour. Everton were edged out of qualification
David_Moyes
1989 film by Jandhyala
uses very abusive language with his teachers. But the school teachers are afraid of controlling him because Rayudu also uses abusive language. Whenever
Hai_Hai_Nayaka
Swedish chemist and inventor (1833–1896)
surprising, and far from protesting against Nobel's remarks, she used abusive language against Jews herself and eventually converted to Protestantism in 1894
Alfred_Nobel
Legal term for unlawful forms of public begging
their path, following them after a refusal, or using threatening and abusive language as aggressive panhandling. Helen Hershkoff claims legal restrictions
Aggressive_panhandling
threatening, abusive, obscene or offensive language". However, despite the explicit prohibition by various laws, the exact definition of "obscene language" is
Cantonese_profanity
American outlaw (1860–1882)
began using insulting and abusive language. Leslie asked Claiborne to leave, but Claiborne continued his foul and abusive speech. Leslie later testified
Billy_Claiborne
British politician (born 1983)
Palestinians". In July 2019, Streeting was reported in the media as using abusive language towards a non-Jewish antisemitism campaigner. Shortly before the 2019
Wes_Streeting
Indian actress (born 1989)
widespread backlash after criticising the language used by protestors questioning whether abusive language represented India's culture, during the 2026
Bhumi_Pednekar
Film certification body of India
sexual detail can be found), frightening scenes, blood flow, or muted abusive language. Sometimes such films are re-certified with V/U for video viewing.
Central Board of Film Certification
Central_Board_of_Film_Certification
Trinbagonian footballer and manager
crowd) and was consequently banned for four games due to his use of abusive language. The suspension was later reduced to two matches. After being released
Dwight_Yorke
American mixed martial arts fighter
won the bout via unanimous decision. Sabatello was fined $5,000 for abusive language in his post fight speech by the Mohegan Tribe Department of Athletic
Danny_Sabatello
Indian politician
lifts toll barrier". "MLA Simarjit Singh Bains booked for using 'abusive' language against DC". "Patiala attack: Cases filed against accused, injured
Simarjit_Singh_Bains
American fine dining chef (born 1986)
ingredients as local to Lummi Island and that Wetzel used derogatory and abusive language and tolerated sexual harassment at the restaurant, allegations that
Blaine_Wetzel
2018 Indian film
filed in Varanasi against Deol and Dwivedi for the alleged use of abusive language in the film. The film was banned by the CBFC on 8 April 2016. On 11
Mohalla_Assi
Irreversible binomial in legalese jargon
proper for all intents and purposes for and on behalf of foul and abusive language free and clear from now and henceforth full faith and credit furnish
Legal_doublet
Swiss physician, philosopher, theologian, and alchemist (c. 1493 – 1541)
academic study, in market square. He was prone to many outbursts of abusive language, abhorred untested theory, and ridiculed anybody who placed more importance
Paracelsus
Indian YouTuber and streamer (born 1999)
made by LGBTQ+ activists, on account of homophobic or transphobic abusive language in the video. Many of Nagar's fans were critical of YouTube's actions
CarryMinati
2013 Indian film
approval of the film, citing distortion of history, excessive use of abusive language, sexuality, and the portrayal of social movements in a harmful way
Kangal_Malsat
1918 poem by Sara Teasdale
utter, print, write, or publish any disloyal, profane, scurrilous, or abusive language about the form of the Government of the United States" and forced Teasdale
There Will Come Soft Rains (poem)
There_Will_Come_Soft_Rains_(poem)
Topics referred to by the same term
Verbal abuse is a form of abusive behavior involving the use of language. Verbal abuse may also refer to: Verbal Abuse (band), an American hardcore punk
Verbal_abuse_(disambiguation)
2016 Indian film by Abhishek Chaubey
abuse". The film was banned in Pakistan by CBFC Pakistan for "use of abusive language." Despite the controversial subject Udta Punjab was a commercial success
Udta_Punjab
2001 studio album by Slayer
Jason Arnopp describing the album's lyrics as "so packed with foul and abusive language that it sounds as if D-12 and the Sopranos family were going head-to-head
God_Hates_Us_All
British criminal charged with financial and stalking crimes
ICO upheld the Ministry's decision, and further noted that Damji's "abusive language aimed at a specific individual suggests that [Damji] has a personal
Farah_Damji
chief executive Conal Heatley reported receiving "threatening and abusive language on social media", prompting the temporary closure of its office while
Flag_of_Northern_Ireland
Scottish footballer (born 1996)
off on 24 December at the end of a 2–2 draw at Montrose for foul and abusive language. After returning to Hearts, Beith made his Scottish Premiership debut
Angus_Beith
with excessive physical and verbal aggression, including the use of abusive language during the task. Host Vijay Sethupathi issued a red card to Paaru and
List of Bigg Boss (Tamil TV series) controversies
List_of_Bigg_Boss_(Tamil_TV_series)_controversies
English cricketer (born 1994)
punished him only for using abusive language. It was his third minor offence—following another report for abusive language in the previous match and physical
Craig_Overton
Variant of football played on a court
spitting, illegally denying an obvious goal-scoring opportunity, abusive language, and receiving a second caution. Sent-off players are ejected from
Futsal
English footballer (born 2003)
ruled that his actions were "disrespectful/inconsiderate" rather than abusive. On 16 July 2025, Real Madrid confirmed that Bellingham had successfully
Jude_Bellingham
Indian cricketer (born 1991)
addressed to the Baroda Cricket Association accusing Pandya of using ‘abusive language’ and ‘threats to end his career’ and Hooda pulled himself out of the
Krunal_Pandya
Indian social campaign against profanity
interactions and digital media. It highlights the adverse impact of abusive language, especially on women and children. The Gaali Free India campaign seeks
Gaali_free_India
company Merriam-Webster, Inc. The lists feature ten words from the English language. These word lists started in 2003 and have been published at the end of
Lists of Merriam-Webster's Words of the Year
Lists_of_Merriam-Webster's_Words_of_the_Year
Indian yoga teacher Bikram Yoga
film, Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator directed by Eva Orner, he uses abusive language and jeers at overweight pupils. The critic Adrian Horton writes that
Bikram_Choudhury
American football player (born 1989)
On October 3, 2014, Heyward was fined $22,050 by the NFL for using abusive language towards an official during Week 4 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Cameron_Heyward
River in Nepal, India
their own use only and there was much ill will between them due to abusive language and accusations on both sides. The quarrel that started between the
Rohni_River
U.S. class-action sexual harassment lawsuit
hostile behavior from male employees, including sexual harassment, abusive language, threats, stalking and intimidation. Specifically, hostile behavior
Jenson v. Eveleth Taconite Co.
Jenson_v._Eveleth_Taconite_Co.
Poem by Gaius Valerius Catullus
considers sexual themes and with the exception of Catullus 11 uses an abusive language toward the two. The two are described elsewhere as fellow members of
Catullus_16
Sports officiating technology
foul play, violent conduct/biting/spitting, using offensive/insulting/abusive language or gestures. Mistaken identity in awarding a red or yellow card. The
Football_video_support
2026 Indian film by Kamakhya Narayan Singh
Aditi Bhatia and Aishwarya Ojha as three women who become victims of an abusive plot after marrying outside their religion. Having generated legal and
The_Kerala_Story_2
Proposed US legislation
than to rely on technology companies to rein in the problem. While the language of the proposed bill does not directly mention encryption, security experts
EARN_IT_Act
Pakistani film censorship board
guidance. These films contain little violence, no sexual scenes and no abusive language. F: Family (akin to U above) PG: Akin to U/A A: Any film with A certification
Central_Board_of_Film_Censors
British poet and author (1958–2023)
communities. In that same year, he also wrote about cases of racially abusive language employed by police officers and "the reality of police racism that
Benjamin_Zephaniah
Australian feminist writer
social media policy, which covered contributors, prohibited the use of "abusive language". In February 2020, Ford began a podcast called Big Sister Hotline
Clementine_Ford_(writer)
English footballer (born 1992)
banned for five matches after being found guilty of using racially abusive language towards Wolverhampton Wanderers' Romain Saïss, in a match on 17 September
Jonjo_Shelvey
Indian politician (born 1961)
Speaker, Sumitra Mahajan, accusing Bidhuri of "abusive behaviour" and using "abusive and derogatory" language in the House. In January 2025, Bidhuri made
Ramesh_Bidhuri
Scottish actor
April 2022, TV presenter Jean Johansson accused Capaldi of using "abusive" language during a private message exchange with her on the social media platform
Gianni_Capaldi
American journalist and politician (1820–1869)
the things anger will not improve." In controversy he meant to avoid abusive language. His editorials were generally cautious, impersonal, and finished in
Henry_Jarvis_Raymond
Improper usage or mistreatment
abuse (such as punching). Verbal abuse is a form of abusive behaviour involving the use of language. It is a form of profanity that can occur with or without
Abuse
Multi-racial culture in Louisiana
fight. The deputy sheriff arrested Sam Ashworth on the charges of abusive language from Negroes. Justice of the Peace A. N. Reading ruled that Sam Ashworth
Redbone_(ethnicity)
British Liberal Democrat politician
stated that she described a film presented by site workers with further abusive language. She denied the allegations. On 18 July 2025, the Daily Telegraph reported
Rachel_Gilmour
British politician and columnist (1910–1983)
Godfrey Winn". His columns, which often contained inflammatory and abusive language, were tagged as coming from "The outrageous Arran, the Earl you love
Arthur Gore, 8th Earl of Arran
Arthur_Gore,_8th_Earl_of_Arran
Ivorian-French football manager (born 1984)
2009, Faé was sent off with a second yellow card, after he directed abusive language towards the referee in a 4–1 loss against Lorient. He was suspended
Emerse_Faé
British-Indian rapper (born 1979)
– via YouTube. Alt URL "Hard Kaur ANGRY On Indian Government, Uses ABUSIVE Language On Camera". 22 June 2019 – via YouTube. Alt URL Angry Hard Kaur Getting
Hard_Kaur
2012 Indian film by Anurag Kashyap
India gave the movie 4/5 stars, commenting that "Guns speak where abusive language fails. Patience and a real kaleja will see you through this fast-paced
Gangs_of_Wasseypur_2
Wife of Benjamin Netanyahu (born 1958)
caretaker and former bodyguard to the family over claims that she was abusive towards him. In February 2016, the Jerusalem Labor Court ruled in favor
Sara_Netanyahu
Indian actress (born 1942)
vulgarity and violence, degradation of women, and use of non-essential abusive-language. "I had to strike a balance between carrying out the responsibilities
Asha_Parekh
Indian Hindutva militant organisation
in 1993. The militants of the Hindu Munnani used vituperative and abusive language against the Muslims. The provocative speeches against Islam and Muhammad
Hindu_Munnani
Pakistani cricketer
Arthur. It was at this point that Akmal claimed that Arthur used "abusive language" towards Akmal. In a separate statement to the media, Arthur confirmed
Umar_Akmal
American online travel company
author, and tries to detect any suspicious patterns or obscene or abusive language. The website also allows the community of users to report suspicious
Tripadvisor
English football player and manager (born 1963)
February 2025, Holloway was charged with misconduct by the EFL for abusive language towards a match official in the fixture against Chesterfield on 22
Ian_Holloway
Vocabulary of an informal register
"impertinence, abusive language". The origin of the word "slang" is unclear. It was first used in print around 1800 to refer to the language of the disreputable
Slang
Outdoor team stick and ball game
uncontrolled or reckless way. Tripping an opponent. Using threatening or abusive language to an opposing player, to a teammate, or to an official Throwing the
Hurling
1870s series of letters by John Ruskin
guineas for flinging a pot of paint in the public's face." Ruskin's abusive language led Whistler to sue for libel. Whistler won the case, but only got
Fors_Clavigera
English football player and manager (born 1961)
later apologised only after being confronted by journalists about his abusive language. Pellegrini shrugged off the incident but said he disagreed with Pardew's
Alan_Pardew
English rugby league referee
in August 2021, in which Kendall gave a match ban to a player for abusive language towards him during an altercation, Kendall was removed from his next
Chris_Kendall
2009 Indian film by Vishal Bhardwaj
had expected. Bhardwaj said, "It was an injustice to us. There is no abusive language used in the film and the violence is of 'comic book kind'." The Censor
Kaminey
News anchor and entrepreneur
steaming the throat without gargling, yoga, meditation and avoiding abusive language for a deep and young voice. He is the male voice with a deep baritone
Shammi_Narang
Hindu Marathi poet-saint
villagers. At one point, he attacked Tukaram with a thorn stick and used abusive language against him. Mambaji continued to oppose Tukaram, blaming him for the
Tukaram
1999 video game
you've got a strong stomach and [you] aren't offended by foul and abusive language, then Kingpin: Life of Crime is a beautiful thing, and one which could
Kingpin:_Life_of_Crime
Scottish footballer (born 1978)
against Middlesbrough three weeks later for alleged use of foul and abusive language towards the referee's assistants as he left the pitch and was given
Nigel_Quashie
Indian politician and actress (born 1984)
Tamil: Another group demands action against Gayathri Raghuram for abusive language". Hindustan Times. 14 July 2017. Retrieved 17 February 2021. "So, where
Gayathri_Raguram
Conflict between Sikhs and Mughal empire
When the Mughal hunting party came to retrieve their hawk they used abusive language and the Sikhs then refused to part with it. This altercation led to
Battle_of_Amritsar_(1634)
Politician or orator who panders to fears and emotions of the public
"[Cleon] was the first who shouted on the public platform, who used abusive language and who spoke with his cloak girt about him, while all the others used
Demagogue
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