| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| abuse | (verb) change the inherent purpose or function of something | Synonyms: misuse, pervert |
| (verb) use wrongly or improperly or excessively | - | |
| (verb) use foul or abusive language towards | Synonyms: blackguard, clapperclaw, shout | |
| (verb) treat badly | Synonyms: ill-treat, ill-use, maltreat, mistreat, step | |
| abut | (verb) lie adjacent to another or share a boundary | Synonyms: adjoin, border, butt, butt against, butt on, edge, march |