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abusive setting

[əˈbjuːsɪv ˈsɛtɪŋ]
noun phrasepl: abusive settings
ambiente abusivo
1. An environment or context characterized by physical, emotional, psychological, or verbal abuse where individuals are subjected to harmful, aggressive, or exploitative behavior
She fled the abusive setting to seek safety and support.
Ela fugiu do ambiente abusivo para buscar segurança e apoio.
2. A situation or place where mistreatment, intimidation, or violence occurs regularly
Children growing up in an abusive setting often face long-term psychological effects.
Crianças que crescem em um ambiente abusivo frequentemente enfrentam efeitos psicológicos de longo prazo.
Synonyms
hostile environmenttoxic settingharmful environmentexploitative situationviolent environment
Antonyms
safe environmentsupportive settingnurturing environmenthealthy setting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ambiente abusivo
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
cenário de abuso
Alternative phrasing occasionally used
Portugal
ambiente abusivo
Standard usage in Portuguese Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

cycle of abuse
toxic relationship
walk on eggshells
domestic violence situation
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