adj
misused
mihs-YOOZD
Misused (adj) means used in a wrong, careless, or improper way. Example: “The word "literally" is often misused for emphasis.”
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Used in a wrong, careless, or improper way.
"The word "literally" is often misused for emphasis."
How to use misused
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPut to the wrong use.
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What does “misused” mean?
The word “misused” means used in a wrong, careless, or improper way. In plain terms, put to the wrong use.
How do you pronounce “misused”?
“Misused” is pronounced mihs-YOOZD (/mɪsˈjuːzd/ in IPA).
How do you use “misused” in a sentence?
Here is “misused” used in a sentence: “The word "literally" is often misused for emphasis.”
What part of speech is “misused”?
“Misused” is an adjective.
