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[ verb ] apply badly or incorrectly
Synonyms Used in print (Science of Mind, 34:11...)Religion , or the lack of_it , will decide whether we use this power to build a brave new_world of peace and abundance for all mankind , or whether we misuse this power to leave a world utterly destroyed . (James Blish, The Star Dwellers....)But we must know if this is in_accordance_with your customs , and must have your agreement they will not misuse the power we put in their hands , to our hurt '' . Related terms |
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[ noun ] improper or excessive use
Synonyms Used in print (J. H. Hexter, "Thomas More: On the Margins...)He is a trustee for the common good , however feeble the safeguards which the positive or municipal law of property provides against his misuse of that share of the common fund , wisely or unwisely , entrusted to his keeping . |
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[ verb ] change the inherent purpose or function of something
Examples "Don't abuse the system" "The director of the factory misused the funds intended for the health care of his workers" Related terms |
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