noun
- the act of harassing, threatening, embarrassing, or targeting another person using digital platforms or electronic devices, typically repeatedly and with intent to harm
Usage: uncountable when referring to the phenomenon in general; countable when referring to specific instances; common in educational and social contexts
Examples
- Cyberbullying has become a serious problem in schools as more students use social media.
- She reported the cyberbullying to the platform after receiving hateful messages for weeks.
- Teachers are trained to recognize signs of cyberbullying among their students.
- The school's anti-cyberbullying policy prohibits posting mean comments about other students online.
- Victims of cyberbullying often experience anxiety and depression.
- Parents should monitor their children's online activity to prevent cyberbullying.
- Many social media platforms have tools to help users block cyberbullying.