misuse

US /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/
UK /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/
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1.

the incorrect or improper use of something

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The misuse of company funds led to his dismissal.
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There are strict rules against the misuse of personal data.
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abusemisapplicationexploitationperversioncorruption
1.

to use (something) in the wrong way or for the wrong purpose

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He was accused of trying to misuse his power.
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Many people misuse the term 'literally'.
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abusemisapplyexploitpervertcorrupt