misuse | ||
1. | [ verb ] apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly | |
Synonyms: | misapply | |
Examples: | "The words are misapplied in this context" "You are misapplying the name of this religious group" |
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Related terms: | use implement | |
2. | [ verb ] apply badly or incorrectly | |
Synonyms: | misapply | |
Related terms: | use | |
3. | [ noun ] improper or excessive use | |
Synonyms: | abuse | |
Related terms: | use habit pervert | |
4. | [ verb ] change the inherent purpose or function of something | |
Synonyms: | abuse pervert | |
Examples: | "Don't abuse the system" "The director of the factory misused the funds intended for the health care of his workers" |
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Related terms: | use fracture take_in_vain | |
Similar spelling: |
missus Mikus missis miosis Miguez Migues Micek |