Speech that is offensive or abusive, particularly in terms of race, gender, or sexual orientation, is called ________.

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Hate speech refers to public speech that expresses hate or encourages violence towards a person or group based on something such as race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. It is distinguished from other forms of speech by its intention to demean and incite harm towards others based on these characteristics.

Speech That Is Offensive or Abusive, Particularly in Terms of Race