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abuse
UK
/əˈbjuːs/
US
/əˈbjus/
abuses
pl
UK
/əˈbjuːs/
US
/əˈbjus/
Translations
Verbal abuse can have long-lasting effects on a person's mental health.
Словесные оскорбления могут иметь длительные последствия для психического здоровья человека.
The abuse of power is a common theme in politics.
Злоупотребление властью — это распространенная тема в политике.
Child abuse is a serious issue that needs to be addressed.
Насилие над детьми — это серьезная проблема, которую необходимо решать.
Definitions
The abuse of power by the government led to widespread protests.
The organization works to prevent child abuse and support victims.
He was subjected to a torrent of verbal abuse during the argument.
abused
Past Simple
abused
Past Participle
abusing
Gerund
UK
/əˈbjuːs/
US
/əˈbjus/
Translations
She tends to abuse her authority at work.
Она склонна злоупотреблять своей властью на работе.
He would often abuse his coworkers verbally.
Он часто оскорблял своих коллег словесно.
Additional translations
Definitions
He abused his position by taking bribes.
She was accused of abusing her children.
The fans abused the referee after the controversial decision.
UK
/əˈbjuːs/
US
/əˈbjus/
Used attributively before a noun (e.g., "abuse survivor")
Definitions
The shelter offers special programs for abuse victims.