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abusively

Adverb

Meaning

In an abusive manner; rudely; with abusive language.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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Abuse and neglect negate love. Care and affirmation, the opposite of abuse and humiliation, are the foundation of love. No one can rightfully claim to be loving when behaving abusively. Bell hooks

he behaved abusively toward his children Source: Internet

Heathcliff marries her, but treats her abusively. Source: Internet

Numerous legends and anecdotes have sprung up to explain his shortcomings, often elaborating abusively on his character and failures. Source: Internet

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