How Do You Spell ABUSE?

Pronunciation: [ɐbjˈuːs] (IPA)

The word "abuse" is spelled with the letters A-B-U-S-E. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced əˈbjuːs. The first sound is a schwa, which is a weak vowel sound. The second sound is the stressed vowel sound in "you". The third sound is a voiced consonant sound, which is the "b" sound. The fourth sound is the glide sound "yoo". The last sound is a voiceless consonant sound, which is the "s" sound. Together, these sounds create the proper pronunciation of the word "abuse".

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ABUSE Meaning and Definition

  1. Abuse refers to the act of using something or someone in a way that causes harm, mistreatment, or exploitation. It involves the wrongful and excessive use or treatment of power, authority, or resources, often with the intention of causing physical, emotional, or psychological harm to another individual, group, or object.

    In the context of interpersonal relationships, abuse commonly takes the form of violence, aggression, or cruelty, such as physical harm, sexual assault, emotional manipulation, or verbal harassment. It can occur in various settings, including domestic, familial, or professional environments. Moreover, abuse can manifest in different forms, such as child abuse, elder abuse, spousal abuse, or workplace abuse. Perpetrators of abuse typically hold a position of power or authority over the victim, taking advantage of their vulnerability to exert control or exert their dominance.

    Additionally, abuse can extend beyond human beings to encompass animals, substances, or the environment. Animal abuse refers to the maltreatment or cruelty inflicted on animals, while substance abuse involves the excessive or harmful consumption of drugs, alcohol, or other addictive substances. Environmental abuse pertains to the damage or degradation of the natural world, including pollution, deforestation, or unsustainable exploitation of resources.

    Understanding abuse is crucial for identifying and addressing instances of mistreatment, promoting awareness, and fostering a safe and respectful society that upholds the well-being and rights of all individuals and the environment.

  2. • Misuse, wrong use, especially excessive use, of anything.
    • To use wrongly, especially to overuse.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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Etymology of ABUSE

The word "abuse" derives from the Latin term "abusus", which is the past participle of the verb "abuti". "Abuti" combines the prefix "ab-" (meaning away, off, or wrongly) with the verb "uti" (meaning to use). Originally, "abuse" referred to the misuse or wrongful use of something, particularly referring to misusing substances such as drugs or alcohol. Over time, the term broadened its meaning to include the mistreatment, cruelty, or harmful behavior towards another person or animal, which is its most common usage today.

Idioms with the word ABUSE

  • abuse of distress The idiom "abuse of distress" refers to the act of taking advantage or exploiting a person's vulnerable or desperate situation for one's own benefit or advantage. It typically implies using someone's distress or misfortune for personal gain, often disregarding ethical or moral considerations.
  • be (wide) open to abuse/criticism etc. The idiom "be (wide) open to abuse/criticism etc." means to be extremely vulnerable or susceptible to being mistreated, criticized, or taken advantage of. It implies that there are no protective measures or safeguards in place, leaving something or someone highly exposed to potential harm, misuse, or negative judgment.
  • abuse of privileges The idiom "abuse of privileges" refers to the act of using or exploiting certain rights, benefits, or advantages in a way that exceeds what is considered appropriate, acceptable, or authorized. It implies the misuse, overuse, or wrongful exercise of one's granted permissions or entitlements.
  • be open to abuse etc. The idiom "be open to abuse" typically refers to a situation or system that is vulnerable to misuse, exploitation, or mistreatment. It suggests that the factors or characteristics of the situation make it easy for others to take advantage, manipulate, or harm it.
  • abuse oneself

Similar spelling words for ABUSE

Plural form of ABUSE is ABUSES

Conjugate verb Abuse

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have abused
you would have abused
he/she/it would have abused
we would have abused
they would have abused
I would have abuse
you would have abuse
he/she/it would have abuse
we would have abuse
they would have abuse

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been abusing
you would have been abusing
he/she/it would have been abusing
we would have been abusing
they would have been abusing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would abuse
you would abuse
he/she/it would abuse
we would abuse
they would abuse

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be abusing
you would be abusing
he/she/it would be abusing
we would be abusing
they would be abusing

FUTURE

I will abuse
you will abuse
he/she/it will abuse
we will abuse
they will abuse

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be abusing
you will be abusing
he/she/it will be abusing
we will be abusing
they will be abusing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have abused
you will have abused
he/she/it will have abused
we will have abused
they will have abused

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been abusing
you will have been abusing
he/she/it will have been abusing
we will have been abusing
they will have been abusing

IMPERATIVE

you abuse
we let´s abuse

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to abuse

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was abusing
you were abusing
he/she/it was abusing
we were abusing
they were abusing

PAST PARTICIPLE

abused

PAST PERFECT

I had abused
you had abused
he/she/it had abused
we had abused
they had abused

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been abusing
you had been abusing
he/she/it had been abusing
we had been abusing
they had been abusing

PRESENT

I abuse
you abuse
he/she/it abuses
we abuse
they abuse

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am abusing
you are abusing
he/she/it is abusing
we are abusing
they are abusing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

abusing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have abused
you have abused
he/she/it has abused
we have abused
they have abused

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been abusing
you have been abusing
he/she/it has been abusing
we have been abusing
they have been abusing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it abuse

SIMPLE PAST

I abused
you abused
he/she/it abused
we abused
they abused

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