overuse

• Substantivo que designa o uso excessivo de algo, frequentemente resultando em menor rendimento ou consequências negativas.

A noun referring to the act of using something excessively, often leading to diminished returns or negative consequences.

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1. Excessive useB2formal

   The act of using something too much, often leading to depletion or reduced effectiveness.

   Uso excessivo

   • The overuse of antibiotics has led to drug-resistant bacteria.
   • Overuse of natural resources can cause environmental damage.
   • Doctors warn against the overuse of painkillers.

   Sinônimosabusemisuseoverexploitationoverutilization

   Antônimosconservationpreservation

• Verbo usado para indicar o uso excessivo ou exagerado de algo, frequentemente resultando em consequências negativas.

A verb used to indicate the act of using something too much or excessively, often leading to negative consequences.

1. Excessive useB2formal

   To use something too frequently or to an excessive degree, often leading to negative consequences.

   Usar em excesso

   • Doctors warn not to overuse antibiotics to prevent resistance.
   • He tends to overuse the same phrases in his writing.
   • If you overuse your smartphone, you may develop eye strain.

   Sinônimosabuseexploitmisusestraintax