Online Harassment Vocabulary

noun a form of sexual harassment involving the sending of unsolicited explicit images or videos via electronic communication

• The issue of cyber-flashing has become a growing concern in the digital age.
• I can't believe someone tried cyber-flashing me on the train yesterday.
• Watch out for creeps who might be cyber-flashing you online.
• His inappropriate messages felt like a form of cyber-flashing to her.

noun a form of bullying or harassment using electronic means, typically through social media or messaging platforms

• Cyber bullying is a form of harassment that takes place online through social media platforms or messaging apps.
• Cyber bullying can really hurt someone's feelings, so it's important to think before you post something mean online.
• Don't be a cyber bully and hide behind your screen to say hurtful things to others.
• The internet can be a breeding ground for cyber bullying, with people feeling emboldened to say things they wouldn't in person.