ABUSE
Scrabble letter values: A1B3U1S1E1 = 7
Definition
- noun cruel or inhumane treatment. — synonyms: maltreatment, ill-treatment, ill-usage
- noun a rude expression intended to offend or hurt. — synonyms: insult, revilement, contumely, vilification
- noun improper or excessive use. — synonyms: misuse
- verb treat badly. — synonyms: mistreat, maltreat, ill-use, step, ill-treat
- verb change the inherent purpose or function of something. — synonyms: pervert, misuse
- verb use foul or abusive language towards. — synonyms: clapperclaw, blackguard, shout
- verb use wrongly or improperly or excessively.
Examples
- “the child showed signs of physical abuse”
- “when a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse”
- “they yelled insults at the visiting team”