abuse
7 points
English
5 letters
Common
Commonness #3,817
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
verb
treat badly
noun
cruel or inhumane treatment
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/ʌbjˈuːs/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural abuses
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
cruel or inhumane treatment
improper or excessive use
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
change the inherent purpose or function of something
use foul or abusive language towards
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
More rhymes → · rhymes from CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)