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Meaning of abuse oneself
The primary meaning of "abuse oneself" refers to the act of treating oneself badly or improperly, often in relation to one's physical or mental health.
Etymology of abuse oneself
The word "abuse" originates from the Old French "abuser," which is derived from the Latin "abutere," meaning "to misuse" or "to waste"
The phrase "abuse oneself" has been in use since the 15th century, initially referring to the act of misusing or wasting one's physical or mental faculties
Synonyms
maltreat
mistreat
misuse
exploit
harm
injure
damage
wrong
ill-treat
oppress
persecute
tyrannize
torment
harass
intimidate
browbeat
bully
dominate
enslave
victimize
brutalize
savage
ravage
desecrate
defile
profane
degrade
debase
corrupt
pervert
debauch
indulge
overindulge
excess
overuse
misemploy
mishandle
manhandle
roughhandle
roughride
roughhouse
maltreatment
self-abuse
Definitions
- To treat oneself badly or improperly, especially in relation to one's physical or mental health
- * To use or consume something, such as a substance, to an excessive degree
Usage Examples
- She abuses herself by drinking too much and not taking care of her health
- * He abuses himself by working excessive hours and not taking breaks
- * The athlete abuses himself by pushing his body beyond its limits