误用 (wù yòng) — to misuse, to use incorrectly
Definition
误用 (wù yòng) is a formal verb meaning to use something the wrong way — a tool, word, power, or medicine. Often passive ('被误用') when the misuse happens to you rather than by you. Stronger and more written than simply '用错'.
verb
to misuseto use incorrectly
Examples
- 误用。Zhè ge chéng yǔ jīng cháng bèi wù yòng.This idiom is often misused.
- 误用。Bú yào wù yòng nǐ de quán lì.Don't misuse your power.
- 误用。wù yòng Yào wù kě néng huì zào chéng yán zhòng hòu guǒ.Misusing medication can have serious consequences.
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