cyberbullying

American  

[sahy-ber-bool-ee-ing] / ˈsaɪ bərˌbʊl i ɪŋ /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of cyberbullying

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

Example Sentences

"Evidence shows that social media can expose children to serious risks, including harmful content, cyberbullying, manipulation, contact from strangers, exploitation and excessive use," said Killean.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The EU is developing an age-verification tool, and von der Leyen cited risks like depression and cyberbullying.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

First Lady Brigitte Macron has been campaigning against cyberbullying for years.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

“The most consistent way that we, in a laboratory, induce stress is through something that’s unpredictable, social, and inescapable, which is exactly what cyberbullying is,” Stanton explained.

From Slate • Nov. 1, 2025

“Well, first off, the people who like my blog aren’t very good at cyberbullying, which is fine. I would hate to be liked by people who are good at it.”

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner