Special needs is the politically correct term for someone who is mentally, emotionally, or physically challenged. In the past, hurtful people would say retarded.
Some of their comments are hurtful and demeaning.
Hurtful has two syllables.
Hurtful
Maniac got mad at Russell and Piper because they were making fun of his family and where he was from. They were teasing him about being an outsider and using hurtful language, which made Maniac feel defensive and upset.
Comments anywhere can be hurtful; it depends what comments are made, and about whom.
What is another word for the phrase "hurtful in speech
sarcastic
It is very hurtful to Earth beings . . . it would kill us after one breath of it.
Although practical jokes and the like can be harmless fun in their intent and execution, there is a danger that things may be hurtful physically, emotionally or mentally for the victim no matter how innocent the joke. Because of this liability WikiAnswers does not answer such questions. Thanks for understanding!
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