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MISUSING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Misusing.

Misusing - as a noun

Improper or excessive use

Example: "Alcohol abuse"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abuse
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
employmentexerciseusageuseutilisationutilization
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Misusing - as a verb

Apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly

Example: "The words are misapplied in this context"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
misapply

Change the inherent purpose or function of something

Example: "Don't abuse the system"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abusepervert
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expenduse
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He was accused of misusing company resources for personal gain."
"The teacher scolded the student for misusing the school's equipment."
"The misusing of government funds led to a scandal."
"She was warned about misusing her privileges as the team captain."
"The misusing of statistics can lead to false conclusions."
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Word Game Points

Is MISUSING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, misusing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MISUSING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is MISUSING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, misusing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MISUSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is MISUSING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, misusing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MISUSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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