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Misused

Mih-SYOOZD

/mɪˈsjuːzd/

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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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