misuse Meaning & Definition
/mɪsˈjuːs/
What Does Misuse Mean?
Misuse is used as a noun meaning An incorrect, improper or unlawful use of something. As a verb, it means To use (something) incorrectly.
Quick Facts About Misuse
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /mɪsˈjuːs/ |
| Synonyms | pervert, abuse and misapply |
| Plural | misuses |
| Verb forms | misuses, misusing, misused |
Misuse Definition (Noun)
- An incorrect, improper or unlawful use of something.
Misuse as a Verb
- To use (something) incorrectly.
- To abuse or mistreat (something or someone).
- To rape (a woman); later more generally, to sexually abuse (someone).
- To abuse verbally, to insult.
Synonyms of Misuse
Misuse synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
misuse (countable and uncountable, plural misuses)
misuse (third-person singular simple present misuses, present participle misusing, simple past and past participle misused or (obsolete) misust)
Words That Rhyme With Misuse
Origin of Misuse
Origin 1: From mis- + use (noun).
Origin 2: From mis- + use (verb).
Common Questions About Misuse
Is misuse a noun or a verb?
Misuse is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for misuse?
Close synonyms of misuse are pervert, abuse and misapply. See the full list of misuse synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of misuse?
The plural of misuse is misuses.
What is the past tense of misuse?
The past tense of misuse is misused. The present participle is misusing.