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misuse

British pronunciation/mɪsjˈuːs/
American pronunciation/mɪsˈjus/, /mɪsˈjuz/
to misuse
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly

synonyms : misapply
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2

change the inherent purpose or function of something

synonyms : abuse
pervert
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Misuse
[NOUN]
1

improper or excessive use

synonyms : abuse
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Examples
1. People misuse these labels for a wide range of irregular personalities.
2. A lot of people misuse the tomato clip.
3. They commonly misuse these words.
4. Later misuse would tarnish its reputation.
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