misuse

• Substantivo que designa o uso incorreto, indevido ou excessivo de algo, frequentemente causando dano ou desvio de sua finalidade. Pode se referir tanto ao uso inadequado de objetos, recursos ou substâncias quanto ao abuso de poder, confiança ou autoridade.

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

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1. Improper useB2formal

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

   Uso indevido

   • 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.

   Sinônimosabusemisapplicationperversion

   Antônimosuseutilization

2. Excessive or harmful consumptionB2formal

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

   Abuso

   • 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.

   Sinônimosabuseoveruse

• Verbo que indica usar algo de forma incorreta, errada ou com propósito inadequado; também pode significar abusar ou fazer uso indevido de algo.

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.

   Usar incorretamente

   • 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.

   Sinônimosabusemisapplymisappropriatemishandlepervertprostitute

   Antônimosapplyuse

2. Change inherent purposeB2formal

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

   Usar para fins indevidos

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdivertmisapplypervert

   Antônimosemployuseutilize