Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A harmful or improper use of something or a cruel treatment of a person or animal.
Abuse
/əˈbjuːz/Synonyms:
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Examples:
He no longer abused himself with short sleep, overwork, and overstudy.
The coach was fired for verbally abusing his players.
Don't abuse the system just because you found a loophole.
Etymology:
Middle English abusen, from Old French abuser, from Late Latin abusare, meaning to misuse or violate. First appeared in English around the 14th century.
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