"Unkind words" refers to hurtful or cruel things that someone says to another person. They can cause emotional pain or upset.
Sentences with «unkind words»
A co-worker, actually just passing by the table where the conversation began, wheeled around and delivered a fervent advocacy for one of the losing candidates, with unkind words about the winner. (rismedia.com)
You will be so frustrated at times that you may purposefully hurt your child with unkind words, a spank on the bottom or ignoring their demands. (newbabynewpaltz.com)
Even one unguarded or unkind word from our partner can cause a wound to our hearts. (mindbodygreen.com)