abuse
/əbjˈus/ · 2 syllables
Meaning
verb
- treat badly
“This boss abuses his workers” - change the inherent purpose or function of something
“Don't abuse the system” - use foul or abusive language towards
“The actress abused the policeman who gave her a parking ticket” - use wrongly or improperly or excessively
“Her husband often abuses alcohol”
noun
- cruel or inhumane treatment
“the child showed signs of physical abuse” - a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
“when a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse” - improper or excessive use
“alcohol abuse”
Synonyms for abuse
Words that rhyme with abuse
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