misuse
/ˌmɪsˈjuːz/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6736 in the learning path
误用；滥用
Definitions
v. To use something incorrectly or for a harmful purpose.
误用；滥用
n. The incorrect or harmful use of something.
误用；滥用
Example
You could damage that knife if you misuse it.
如果使用不当，你可能会弄坏那把刀。
Organisations that misuse personal data risk losing public trust and may face substantial legal penalties.
滥用个人数据的机构可能失去公众信任，并面临严厉的法律处罚。
Collocations
- misuse personal data
- misuse of power
- misuse of resources
Word family
- use (v.)
- useful (adj.)
- useless (adj.)
Synonyms
- abuse
Usage tip
动词词尾读/ z /，名词词尾读/ s /。
FAQ
- What does misuse mean?
- To use something incorrectly or for a harmful purpose. The incorrect or harmful use of something.
- How is misuse pronounced?
- UK /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/, US /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
