misuse

US /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/
UK /ˌmɪsˈjuːz/
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滥用, 误用

the incorrect or improper use of something

:
The misuse of company funds led to his dismissal.
滥用公司资金导致他被解雇。
There are strict rules against the misuse of personal data.
有严格的规定禁止滥用个人数据。
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滥用, 误用

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

:
He was accused of trying to misuse his power.
他被指控试图滥用职权。
Many people misuse the term 'literally'.
许多人误用“字面意思”这个词。