Dictionary Check: misuse

"misuse" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 10 points

Definition

noun

improper or excessive use

Example: "alcohol abuse"
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verb

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

Example: "The words are misapplied in this context"
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verb

change the inherent purpose or function of something

Example: "Don't abuse the system"
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