Abusuhin (en. To abuse)

/a.bu.su.hin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To make excessive use of something that causes harm.
Do not abuse the power given to you.
Huwag mong abusuhin ang kapangyarihan na ibinigay sa iyo.
Exploitation or abuse of a person or situation for personal gain.
Children are often abused by their teachers.
Ang mga bata ay minsang naaabuso sa kanilang mga guro.
Acting beyond the bounds of what is right or appropriate.
Substance abuse leads to detrimental effects on health.
Ang pag-abuso sa droga ay nagdudulot ng masamang epekto sa kalusugan.

Etymology

from the word 'abuse'

Common Phrases and Expressions

abuse trust
To exploit someone’s credibility or trust.
abusuhin ang tiwala

Related Words

abuse
The improper use or exploitation.
abuso
abused
A person who has experienced or been a victim of abuse.
abusado

Slang Meanings

to use excessively or without consideration
Don't abuse my trust, or one day I might not give you what you want.
Huwag mong abusuhin ang tiwala ko, baka isang araw hindi na kita pagbigyan.
excessive use of something
Abuse the coffee, but don't blame me if you can't sleep.
Abusuhin mo ang kape, pero huwag mo akong sisihin kung hindi ka makatulog.
to take advantage of a situation
I saw him abuse the opportunity to become famous.
Nakita ko na abusuhin niya yung pagkakataon para sumikat.