abusively
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/əˈbjuːsɪvli/
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/əˈbjuːsɪvli/
in a very rude and unfair way
The manager spoke to his employee abusively, causing everyone to feel uncomfortable.
in a violent way
The child was treated abusively by his stepfather.
in a way that misuses power or knowledge
The politician used his position abusively to gain personal benefits.