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Meaning of misuse
The primary meaning of the word "misuse" is to use something incorrectly or improperly.
Etymology of misuse
The word "misuse" has its roots in Old English and Old French, with "mis-" coming from Old English "mis-" meaning "wrongly" and "-use" coming from Old French "us" meaning "use"
Historically, the word has been used to describe the improper or incorrect use of something, and its meaning has evolved over time to include various forms of mistreatment or exploitation
Synonyms
abuse
misapplication
misemployment
maltreatment
mistreatment
exploitation
misuse
misutilization
corruption
perversion
distortion
debasement
degradation
profanation
desecration
mismanagement
misgovernance
mishandling
misdirection
misguidance
misinterpretation
misrepresentation
falsification
manipulation
mishandling
maltreating
mistreating
exploiting
corrupting
perverting
distorting
debasing
degrading
profaning
desecrating
Definitions
- To use something for a wrong or improper purpose
- * To treat someone or something badly or unfairly
- * To use excessive or improper amounts of something
Usage Examples
- The company was accused of misusing customer data for marketing purposes
- * The athlete was banned from competition for misusing performance-enhancing drugs
- * The government was criticized for misusing public funds to finance private projects
Antonyms
use
utilization
application
employment
management
governance
handling
direction
guidance
interpretation
representation
proper use
correct use
appropriate use
proper utilization
correct application
efficient management
good governance
fair treatment
just treatment
humane treatment
kind treatment
gentle handling
careful direction
wise guidance
accurate interpretation
truthful representation