ABUSE

Definition of ABUSE

  1. (noun)cruel or inhumane treatment
  2. (noun)a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
  3. (noun)improper or excessive use
  4. (verb)treat badly
  5. (verb)change the inherent purpose or function of something
  6. (verb)use foul or abusive language towards
  7. (verb)use wrongly or improperly or excessively