word
Misused
Mih-SYOOZD
/mɪˈsjuːzd/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
misused
Dictionary meaning
Used incorrectly or carelessly or for an improper purpose.
Examples
- Misused words are often laughable but one weeps for misused talents.
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Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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