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Abusement

Definition:

Abusement refers to the act or instance of maltreatment or mistreatment, often through cruel or violent actions.

Senses:

Noun:

1. The act of inflicting physical or emotional harm on someone or something.
2. An instance of using something improperly or excessively.

Related Forms:

Abusements (plural noun)

Examples:

Noun:

Sense 1:

1. He reported the abusement to the authorities and sought protection.

2. The documentary shed light on the widespread abusement faced by underprivileged communities.

Sense 2:

1. The excessive consumption of drugs led to his health being compromised, a clear case of self-abusement.

2. The constant abusement of company resources resulted in severe financial losses.

Possible Related Products:

• Anti-abuse Campaigns
• Child Protection Books
• Mental Health Support Materials