abuse
Definition
- n. a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
- v. use foul or abusive language towards
- v. use wrongly or improperly or excessively
Word forms
- Past participle
- abused
- Present participle
- abusing
- Third person singular
- abuses
- Past tense
- abused
Example sentences
n.
The report highlighted the serious issue of child abuse in the community.
vt.
He was accused of abusing his power as a manager.