abuse in Arabic

abuse in Arabic

What does "abuse" mean?

1. noun Cruel or violent treatment of a person, often repeated.
   "The charity supports survivors of domestic abuse."
2. noun The wrong or harmful use of something, such as power, drugs, or a position of trust.
   "The senator was accused of abuse of power."
3. verb To treat someone cruelly or violently.
   "He was accused of abusing his position to intimidate staff."
4. verb To use something improperly or excessively, especially drugs or alcohol.
   "She began to abuse painkillers after her surgery."

abuse in a sentence

• The charity supports survivors of domestic abuse.
• Reports of abuse at the facility triggered an investigation.
• The senator was accused of abuse of power.
• He was accused of abusing his position to intimidate staff.

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