Cyberbullying

usgb/ˈsaɪbərbʊliɪŋ/
noun

The act of using the internet, cell phones, or other technology to hurt, harass, or threaten someone.

She was the victim of cyberbullying because of her Facebook posts.
Visual representation of "cyberbullying" - The act of using the internet, cell phones, or other technology to hurt, harass, or threaten someone.

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  • victim of cyberbullying
  • commit cyberbullying
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Not physical

Cyberbullying doesn't involve face-to-face confrontation or physical attacks.

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Even though cyberbullying doesn't leave bruises, it can deeply hurt someone's feelings.
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Anonymity issues

Cyberbullies often hide their identity, making victims feel more helpless.

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Cyberbullying can be scary because you might not know who is behind the hurtful messages.
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Persistent harm

Messages or images used in cyberbullying can stay online, causing lasting harm.

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She couldn't escape the cyberbullying because the posts were shared by many and remained online.
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