misuse (Meaning)
misuse (n)
improper or excessive use
misuse (v)
apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly
change the inherent purpose or function of something
misuse (v. t.)
To treat or use improperly; to use to a bad purpose; to misapply; as, to misuse one's talents.
To abuse; to treat ill.
misuse (n.)
Wrong use; misapplication; erroneous or improper use.
Violence, or its effects.
Synonyms & Antonyms of misuse
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Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- misutilization
- prostitution
- ill-usage
- debasement
- damage
- misemployment
- corruption
- ruin
- profanation
- maltreatment
- mistreatment
- desecration
- ill-treatment
- mishandling
- mismanaging
- mismanagement
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
misuse Sentence Examples
- The misuse of antibiotics has led to the emergence of drug-resistant bacteria.
- The reckless misuse of resources during war is appalling.
- Unscrupulous individuals often misuse personal data for malicious purposes.
- Fraudulent activities involve the misuse of information to deceive others.
- The misuse of social media can spread misinformation and incite violence.
- The misuse of prescription drugs is a major public health concern.
- Misuse of government funds can lead to corruption and economic instability.
- The misuse of power can result in tyranny and oppression.
- The misuse of scientific research can hinder progress and harm humanity.
- The misuse of language can create confusion, misunderstandings, and conflict.
FAQs About the word misuse
improper or excessive use, apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly, change the inherent purpose or function of somethingTo treat or use imp
abuse, misusage,misapplication, wrecking, perversion, destruction, spoiling, misutilization, prostitution, ill-usage
application,use, application, use, utilization,employment, utilization, employment,
The misuse of antibiotics has led to the emergence of drug-resistant bacteria.
The reckless misuse of resources during war is appalling.
Unscrupulous individuals often misuse personal data for malicious purposes.
Fraudulent activities involve the misuse of information to deceive others.
