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name-calling Definition

name·-calling (-kôl′iŋ)

noun

the use of disparaging or abusive names in attacking another

name-calling Related Forms

name′·-call′er noun

name calling Synonyms

name calling

n.

insulting, abusing, derogating; see insult.

name-calling Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • include: Examples include name-calling, pushing, punching and threatening behavior.
  • bully: Behavior that is not acceptable includes bullying, name-calling, not respecting individual's differences or beliefs.

Adjective modifier

  • racist: I was really shocked that I had some racist name-calling in my class.
  • derogatory: That does sound like derogatory name-calling of the most futile kind.
  • abusive: Let's see if Bob Piper can reply with something that isn't just abusive name-calling, which is his usual debating technique.

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