misuse

• Nom désignant une utilisation incorrecte, inappropriée ou excessive de quelque chose, souvent nuisible ou détournée de son but.

A noun referring to improper, incorrect, or excessive use of something, often in a way that is harmful or unintended.

indénombrable

1. Improper useB2formal

   The act of using something incorrectly or for a wrong purpose, leading to negative consequences.

   Mauvais usage

   • The misuse of company funds led to an investigation.
   • He was reprimanded for the misuse of scientific terminology.
   • Misuse of this equipment can cause serious injury.

   Synonymesabusemisapplicationperversion

   Antonymesuseutilization

2. Excessive or harmful consumptionB2formal

   The act of using something too much or in a way that is damaging, especially drugs, alcohol, or authority.

   usage abusif

   • The misuse of antibiotics has contributed to antibiotic resistance.
   • The dictator's misuse of power eventually led to a rebellion.
   • Alcohol misuse is a major public health concern.

   Synonymesabuseoveruse

• Verbe signifiant utiliser quelque chose de manière incorrecte, inappropriée ou avec une mauvaise intention.

A verb used to indicate the act of using something incorrectly, improperly, or for a wrong purpose.

1. Apply incorrectlyB2formal

   To use something in a wrong or inappropriate way, often for the wrong purpose or person.

   Faire un mauvais usage

   • He misused the tool, causing it to break.
   • The manager misused company funds for personal expenses.
   • She misused the term in her essay, leading to confusion.

   Synonymesabusemisapplymisappropriatemishandlepervertprostitute

   Antonymesapplyuse

2. Change inherent purposeB2formal

   To alter the intended function or purpose of something, often leading to harm or inefficiency.

   Détourner de sa fonction

   • The software was misused to spy on employees.
   • They misused the park's facilities by holding a commercial event.
   • The drug was misused for recreational purposes.

   Synonymesdivertmisapplypervert

   Antonymesemployuseutilize