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ill-usage

The word “ill-usage” has 3 syllables: ill-us-age

It's pronounced as /ˈɪlˌjuːsɪdʒ/

What is synonym and antonym for ill-usage?

In the thesaurus, “ill-usage” has 23 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ill-usage along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ill-usage

  • abuse
  • corruption
  • damage
  • debasement
  • desecration
  • destruction
  • ill-treatment
  • maltreatment
  • misapplication
  • misemployment
  • mishandling
  • mismanagement
  • mismanaging
  • mistreatment
  • misusage
  • misuse
  • misutilization
  • perversion
  • profanation
  • prostitution
  • ruin
  • spoiling
  • wrecking

Antonyms for ill-usage

Meanings of ill-usage

  • noun
    1. Bad, cruel or unkind treatment.

Example Sentences

  • The advocate fought against the ill-usage of human rights in oppressive regimes around the world.
  • The legislation aimed to address the ill-usage of power by corporations, ensuring fair treatment of workers.
  • The novel highlighted the consequences of societal ill-usage, portraying the struggles of marginalized communities.
  • The campaign raised awareness about the ill-usage of natural resources, urging people to adopt sustainable practices.
  • The investigation exposed the ill-usage of public funds by government officials, leading to calls for accountability and reform.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ill-usage, such as: abuse, application, corruption, damage, debasement, desecration, destruction.

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Related Words

abuse

ill-treatment

maltreatment

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