Question

Bob was telling everyone in the break room that he thought it was a big mistake to hire laurie because it was clear to him that she was not qualified for her position. even though laurie had the credentials and previous experience for the job, bob was angry that his girlfriend had not been hired instead. he called laurie "inept" and "under qualified" despite her fine performance on the job so far. this is an example of __________

Answer 1

 The fact that Bob called Laurie "inept" and "under qualified" despite her fine performance on the job so far, but because he was angry that his girlfriend had not been hired instead  is an example of workplace bullying. 
The term workplace bullying denotes pattern of mistreatment in the workplace that causes harm (emotional or/and physical).
By saying such things and repeating hurtful remarks to Laurie Bob abused Laurie.