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misuse vs apply

apply vs misuse

misuse is a noun but apply is not a noun.

misuse and apply both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
misuse Yes No Yes No
apply No No Yes No
As verbs, apply is a hypernym of misuse; that is, apply is a word with a broader meaning than misuse:
  • misuse: apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly
  • apply: put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Other hypernyms of misuse include employ, use, utilise, utilize.
misuse (noun) apply (noun)
improper or excessive use
misuse (verb) apply (verb)
change the inherent purpose or function of something ask (for something)
apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly refer (a word or name) to a person or thing
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
coat, cover or smear a surface with
give or convey physically
avail oneself to
ensure observance of laws and rules
apply oneself to
be pertinent or relevant or applicable
be applicable to; as to an analysis
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