misuse
//ˌmɪsˈjuːz//
Noun
misuseSingular
misusesPlural
1
The wrong or improper use of something.
The misuse of company funds led to serious consequences.
2
The illegal or harmful use of something, especially drugs or funds.
The investigation revealed a serious misuse of company funds.
Synonym
Verb
misuseInfinitive
misusePresent tense
misusedPast tense
misusedPast participle
misusingPresent participle
misusesThird-person singular
1
To use something in the wrong way or for the wrong purpose.
He misused the tool and broke it.
2
To treat someone or something badly or unfairly.
The manager was accused of misusing his employees by making them work overtime without pay.