misuse
noun/mɪsˈjus/
Frequency rank: #7,326 most common English word
Meaning
Wrong or improper use of something.
Example sentence
Repeated misuse of company resources can lead to serious consequences.
Synonyms & related words
- abuse
- misapplication
- mishandling
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