Abusive and Discreet

Abusive

Abusive adjective - Marked by harsh insulting language.
Usage example: never one to believe that honorable people can disagree honorably, he invariably launches abusive attacks against anyone who dares to challenge him

Discreet is an antonym for abusive.

Nearby Words: abuse, abused, abusing, abusively

Discreet

Discreet adjective - Having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech.

Abusive is an antonym for discreet.

Nearby Words: discreetly, discreetness
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