NOUN

derMißbrauchabuse; misuse; improper use

Mißbrauch is a German noun that means abuse, misuse, or improper use.

Definitions

1.improper, incorrect, or excessive use of something(improper use of sth)

a.misuse of an object or concept

Der Missbrauch von Medikamenten kann zu ernsthaften Gesundheitsschäden führen.—The misuse of medication can lead to serious health damage.

2.abusive, wrongful, or illegal exploitation, especially morally or legally reprehensible(illegal/unethical behavior)

a.sexual or physical abuse

Opfer von sexuellem Missbrauch brauchen oft jahrelange Hilfe.—Victims of sexual abuse often need years of help.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominative—die Missbräuche
Genitive——
Dative——
Accusative——

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"Mißbrauch" means abuse, misuse, or improper use. It is a German noun.
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"Mißbrauch" is a noun in German.

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