Abuso (en. Abuse)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An improper use of power or resources.

The abuse of power leads to conflict.

Ang abuso ng kapangyarihan ay nagdudulot ng hidwaan.

Use of words or actions in a harmful or hurtful manner.

Verbal abuse can be more painful than physical abuse.

Ang verbal na abuso ay maaaring mas masakit kaysa sa pisikal na pang-aabuso.

Demonstration of excessive behavior that leads to harm.

Abuse of substances results in serious illnesses.

Ang abuso sa sustansya ay nagreresulta sa mga seryosong sakit.

from the Spanish word 'abuso'

abuse of power

Improper use of position or authority.

abuso sa kapangyarihan

child abuse

Abuse or mistreatment inflicted on a child.

abuso sa bata

abusive behavior

The action of causing harm or pain to others.

pang-aabuso

serious violation

A serious act that exceeds laws or rights.

matinding paglabag

Excessive use or exploitation

The abuse at work is crazy, no breaks!

Grabe yung abuso sa trabaho, walang pahinga!

Abuse of a person or situation

I don't like people who take advantage of others' kindness.

Ayaw ko ng mga taong nag-aabuso sa kabaitan ng iba.

Being too cruel or reckless

The abuse of their pets, that's just not right!

Ang abuso sa mga alaga nila, hindi naman tama yun!

Exploitation of position or power

Those leaders who abuse their power.

Yun bang mga lider na nag-aabuso sa kanilang kapangyarihan.