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misused
UK
/ˌmɪsˈjuːzd/
US
/ˌmɪsˈjust/
misused
Past Simple
misused
Past Participle
UK
/ˌmɪsˈjuːzd/
US
/ˌmɪsˈjuːzd/
Used as the simple past tense and past participle of the verb 'misuse'.
Definitions
He misused the company's resources for personal gain.
Synonyms
misused (alternative sense)
more misused
Comp.
most misused
Super.
UK
/ˌmɪsˈjuːzd/
US
/ˌmɪsˈjuzd/
Translations
The term is often misused in scientific discussions.
Термин часто неправильно используемый в научных дискуссиях.
The drug is one of the most misused substances in the country.
Этот препарат является одним из наиболее злоупотребляемых веществ в стране.
Definitions
The misused term caused confusion during the presentation.
misused
Past Simple
misused
Past Simple
misused
Past Participle
misusing
Gerund
UK
/ˌmɪsˈjuːz/
US
/ˌmɪsˈjus/
Translations
He tends to misuse his authority.
Он склонен злоупотреблять своей властью.
She often misuses the equipment.
Она часто неправильно использует оборудование.
Additional translations
Definitions
He was accused of misusing company funds for personal expenses.
The manager was fired for misusing his authority over the employees.
Definitions
The misuse of company funds led to a major financial scandal.
The misuse of prescription drugs can have serious health consequences.
Definitions
The company implemented a misuse prevention policy.