What does abused mean?
Abused means simple past and past participle of abuse.
Abused
/əˈbjuːzd/ · verb
Meaning
simple past and past participle of abuse.
Definitions by Sense
- simple past and past participle of abuse
- Having been a victim of some form of abuse, most commonly child abuse or domestic violence.
- Overused; used profligately or in excess.
- (obsolete) Deluded, deceived.
Example Sentences
For quotations using this term, see Citations:abused.
That be so farre abusyd They cannot be excusyd By reason nor by law; […]
Synonyms for abused
Antonyms for abused
Related Words
Word Forms
- abus'd
- more abused
- most abused
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for abused?
Common synonyms include affronted, maligned, battered, beaten.
What is the opposite of abused?
Possible antonyms include unabused.
How do you use abused in a sentence?
For quotations using this term, see Citations:abused.
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