Misuse

verb
mɪs'juz

Noun

  • improper or excessive use

    Similar:Abuse
    Type of:UsageUseUtilisation

Verb

  • change the inherent purpose or function of something

    “The director of the factory misused the funds intended for the health care of his workers”

    Similar:AbusePervert
    Type of:UseExpend

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

    Similar:Misapply
    Type of:UtilizeApplyEmploy

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