"Verbal assault" refers to an attack or abuse using spoken words. It means using harsh, hurtful, or threatening language towards someone, which can cause emotional distress and harm. Full definition
And then, this year, 21 former pastors go public with formal charges of harmful behavior including verbal assault, bullying and creating a culture of fear. (relevantmagazine.com)
This may not account into verbal assault, but can be in form and substance due to the communication problem. (wannadrive.com)
The issue was further reinforced by Mr. Ablakwa, who suffered verbal assaults from Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry, Carlos Ahenkorah over the matter. (citifmonline.com)