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BULLYISM Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word bullyism. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word bullyism. (close relations)
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abuse
verb, nounv, n
noun

• cruel or inhumane treatment

• a rude expression intended to offend or hurt

• improper or excessive use

verb

• treat badly

• change the inherent purpose or function of something

• use foul or abusive language towards

• use wrongly or improperly or excessively

aggression
nounn
noun

• a disposition to behave aggressively

• a feeling of hostility that arouses thoughts of attack

• violent action that is hostile and usually unprovoked

• the act of initiating hostilities

• deliberately unfriendly behavior

coercion
nounn
noun

• the act of compelling by force of authority

• using force to cause something to occur

harassment
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented

• the act of tormenting by continued persistent attacks and criticism

intimidation
nounn
noun

• the act of intimidating a weaker person to make them do something

• the feeling of discouragement in the face of someone's superior fame or wealth or status etc.

• the feeling of being intimidated; being made to feel afraid or timid

• a communication that makes you afraid to try something

oppression
nounn
noun

• the act of subjugating by cruelty

• the state of being kept down by unjust use of force or authority:

• a feeling of being oppressed

persecution
nounn
noun

• the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)

torment
verb, nounv, n
noun

• unbearable physical pain

• extreme mental distress

• intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain

• a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented

• a severe affliction

• the act of harassing someone

verb

• torment emotionally or mentally

• treat cruelly

• subject to torture

tyranny
nounn
noun

• a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)

• dominance through threat of punishment and violence

Best Hypernyms For BULLYISM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for bullyism, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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abuse aggression badgering coercion harassment intimidation mistreatment oppression persecution torment victimization

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