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misuse

verb

/ˌmɪsˈjuːz/

Meaning

To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.

Use something in the wrong way or for the wrong purpose; treat someone or something badly or unfairly.

The wrong or inappropriate use of something

Misusing social media profiles can harm relationships.

Misuse of AI can lead to ethical dilemmas.

abuse, exploit, mistreat, misapply, mishandle, pervert, distort, exploitation

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abuse, exploit, mistreat, misapply

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abuse, exploit, mishandle, misapply, pervert, distort

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abuse, exploitation

use properly, respect, utilize correctly, honor, employ appropriately, handle well, proper use, preservation

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use properly, respect, utilize correctly

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use properly, respect, honor, utilize correctly, employ appropriately, handle well

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proper use, preservation

to preserve the memory of a person or event, often through a ceremony, monument, or record

To polish something by rubbing; to enhance or improve.

To relapse into bad habits, undesirable practices, or moral decline.

to make small movements, especially because of nervousness or impatience

To distribute or provide something, especially in portions.

to act in advance to prevent an anticipated event from happening; forestall