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crybully

The English word “crybully” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A person who engages in intimidation, harassment, or other abusive behaviour while claiming to be a victim, often using the perceived victimization to induce others to engage in bullying of the intended victim.

verb

  1. To engage in behavior characteristic of a crybully; to intimidate, harass or abuse another person or group of people while claiming to be a victim.

Etymology

Blend of crybaby + bully.

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