verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

misuses, misbehaves, tortures

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Example Sentences

Example:He was accused of misusing public funds, which led to his termination.

Definition:to make improper use of; to handle or treat incorrectly, often as a form of abuse.

From misuses

Example:The children were misbehaving in class and were taken to the principal’s office.

Definition:to act in an improper manner; to behave incorrectly.

From misbehaves

Example:The prisoners were tortured and misused by the guards in their custody.

Definition:to inflict or subject to extreme physical or psychological pain or torment.

From tortures