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use vs abuse

abuse vs use

use and abuse both are nouns.

use and abuse both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
use Yes No Yes No
abuse Yes No Yes No
As nouns, abuse is a hyponym of use; that is, abuse is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than use:
  • use: the act of using
  • abuse: improper or excessive use
As verbs, abuse is a hyponym of use; that is, abuse is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than use:
  • use: use up (resources or materials)
  • abuse: change the inherent purpose or function of something
use (noun) abuse (noun)
the act of using improper or excessive use
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition cruel or inhumane treatment
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
what something is used for
a particular service
(law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
use (verb) abuse (verb)
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose change the inherent purpose or function of something
take or consume (regularly or habitually) use wrongly or improperly or excessively
use up (resources or materials) use foul or abusive language towards
habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense) treat badly
avail oneself to
seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage
Difference between use and abuse

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