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use up vs abuse

abuse vs use up

use up is not a noun while abuse is a noun.

use up and abuse both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
use up No No Yes No
abuse Yes No Yes No
As verbs, abuse is a hyponym of use up; that is, abuse is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than use up:
  • use up: use up (resources or materials)
  • abuse: change the inherent purpose or function of something
use up (noun) abuse (noun)
improper or excessive use
cruel or inhumane treatment
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
use up (verb) abuse (verb)
use up (resources or materials) change the inherent purpose or function of something
require (time or space) use wrongly or improperly or excessively
use foul or abusive language towards
treat badly
Difference between use up and abuse

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