misuse

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/mɪsˈjuːs/ English

Definitions

noun

An incorrect, improper or unlawful use of something.

verb

To use (something) incorrectly.
To abuse or mistreat (something or someone).
To rape (a woman); later more generally, to sexually abuse (someone).
To abuse verbally, to insult.

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Synonyms

misapply abuse pervert misapplication mismanagement malfeasance improper indiscriminate distract abusive abused deviation misdirection frivolity divert deflection

Associated

antitrust contributory overuse drugs cannabis infringement funds patent antibiotics dependence prescription

Rhymes

induce obtuse produce nous use abstruse deduce reduce peruse recluse

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