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cyberbullying

[ sahy-ber-bool-ee-ing ]

noun

  1. the act of harassing someone online by sending or posting mean messages, usually anonymously.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of cyberbullying1

First recorded in 2000–05; cyberbully + -ing 1

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Example Sentences

In addition to the devastating impact of cyberbullying, social comparisons have been linked with poor self-esteem and suicidal ideation.

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In India almost all forms of online harassment fall under the general category of cyberbullying.

There’s also a good chance you encountered racism, misogyny, cyberbullying or bomb threats on the app.

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The alternative is to conduct assessments in live-stream classes, but that can open students up to ridicule and cyberbullying.

Paul, meanwhile, has taken to cyberbullying Rubio, tweeting on Friday that he is “acting like an isolationist.”

Currently, 49 states enforce some sort of anti-bullying laws, 18 of which have specific legislations against “cyberbullying.”

As trolling has entered the mainstream—not to mention cyberbullying—critics are calling for the end of online anonymity.

After just a few casual dates with a man, Carla Franklin faced years of harassment, stalking, and cyberbullying.

The decision of his case has the potential to set a precedent for cyberbullying being treated as a serious criminal offense.

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