abuse [noun]

Definition of abuse:

cruel or inhumane treatment

Synonyms of abuse:

● Ill-treatment

● Ill-usage

● Maltreatment

● Misuse

● Mistreat

● Harm

● Maltreat

● Abused

● Ill-treat


Opposite/Antonyms of abuse:

● Praise

● Fine touch

● Respect

● Esteem

● Cherish

● Benefit

● Acclaim

● Honor

● Celebrate


Sentence/Example of abuse:

The inference is that the use of birth control is good, its abuse bad.