misused
/mɪsˈjuzd/
adjective
- Used in the wrong way or for the wrong purpose.
- The misused funds were never recovered by the company.
- A misused tool can be dangerous and should be repaired or replaced.
- The word is often misused in casual conversation.
- Treated badly or unfairly, especially by someone in authority.
- She felt misused and underappreciated at her job.
- The misused children were placed in a safer home.
- The misused employees finally filed a complaint against their manager.
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