abuse

UK
/əˈbjuːs/
US
/əˈbjus/

Traduzioni

abusenoun
abuses
pl
UK
/əˈbjuːs/
US
/əˈbjus/
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.
abuseverb
abused
Past Simple
abused
Past Participle
abusing
Gerund
UK
/əˈbjuːs/
US
/əˈbjus/
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.
Traduzioni aggiuntive
abuseadjective
UK
/əˈbjuːs/
US
/əˈbjus/
Used attributively before a noun (e.g., "abuse survivor")

Definizioni

abusenoun
The improper use or treatment of something, often to unfairly or improperly gain benefit.
The abuse of power by the government led to widespread protests.
Cruel and violent treatment of a person or animal.
The organization works to prevent child abuse and support victims.
Insulting and offensive language.
He was subjected to a torrent of verbal abuse during the argument.
abuseverb
To use something to bad effect or for a bad purpose; misuse.
He abused his position by taking bribes.
To treat a person or animal with cruelty or violence, especially regularly or repeatedly.
She was accused of abusing her children.
To speak to someone in an insulting and offensive way.
The fans abused the referee after the controversial decision.
abuseadjective
Relating to or involving abuse.
The shelter offers special programs for abuse victims.