1. cruel or violent treatment of someone
Usage: plural of abuse
2. improper use of something
Usage: plural of abuse

1. treats someone cruelly or violently
Usage: third person singular present
2. uses something improperly or excessively
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• The report documented several abuses of power by government officials.
• Child abuses must be reported to the authorities immediately.
• The company was fined for environmental abuses.
• He abuses his position as manager to favor certain employees.
• She never abuses her privileges at work.
• The dictator abuses anyone who opposes his regime.
• Drug abuses can lead to serious health problems.