Translation
abuse; misuse; excess
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Word origin
From Latin abusus ('a using up, misuse'), from abuti ('to use up'). English 'abuse' comes from the same source.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- abusus
- English cognates
- abuse, use
Grammar
Examples
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Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health.
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The report denounces abuses of power.
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There was a breach of trust.
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Unless taken to excess, this medicine is safe.
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The law protects children from abuse.
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