abuse

Describes an obviously offensive abuse.

Insulting or demeaning language.

A broader term often encompassing drugs, alcohol, etc.

Refers to the harmful use of alcohol.

Refers to the inhalation of solvents for psychoactive effects.

Physical, sexual, or emotional mistreatment of a child.

Mistreatment of an older person.

Abuse of a spouse or partner.

The wrongful use of authority.

To endure or tolerate abuse.

To give information about abuse to someone in authority.

To examine the facts of a situation to discover the truth about abuse.

Indicates a system or situation is vulnerable to being misused.