🚫abuse (abusus)

verb, noun
/əˈbjuːs/ (verb), /əˈbjuːs/ (noun)
Missbrauch (missbrauch)

Bedeutung

to use something in a harmful way; to treat someone badly or cruelly
cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something
Bedeutungsübersetzung
etwas schädlich verwenden; jemanden schlecht oder grausam behandeln
etwas schadlich verwenden; jemanden schlecht oder grausam behandeln

Beispielsätze

He was accused of abusing his power.

Er wurde beschuldigt, seine Macht zu missbrauchen.
Er wurde beschuldigt, seine Macht zu missbrauchen.

The abuse of power led to his resignation.

Der Missbrauch von Macht führte zu seinem Rücktritt.
Der Missbrauch von Macht führte zu seinem Rücktritt.

Beispielausdrücke

substance abuse
Substanzmissbrauch
substanzenmissbrauch

Synonyme

mistreat, misuse, exploit, harm, oppress, mistreatment, maltreatment, exploitation
Eintrag 1
mistreat, misuse, exploit, harm, oppress
Eintrag 2
mistreatment, misuse, maltreatment, exploitation

Antonyme

respect, protect, cherish, care, protection, proper use
Eintrag 1
respect, protect, cherish
Eintrag 2
care, protection, proper use, respect

Kollokationen

child abuse, drug abuse, verbal abuse, abuse of power, physical abuse
Eintrag 1
child abuse, drug abuse, verbal abuse, abuse of power
Eintrag 2
abuse of power, physical abuse, drug abuse

Verwandte Vokabulare

As a verb: to pull apart or rip something. As a noun: a drop of clear salty liquid produced by gland...
to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person
To hit someone or something with the palm of the hand.
to investigate thoroughly; a device used for exploration or examination
As a verb: to tie a ship so that it stays in place. As a noun: open, uncultivated land.
to think deeply about something; a source of inspiration, especially for an artist or writer

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