Ill-Use

Synonyms of ill-use

• abuse
• mistreat
• maltreat

Antonyms of ill-use

• care for
• nurture
• treat well

Collocations of ill-use

power

Frequency: 70 %

The dictator ill-used his power to suppress dissent.

authority

Frequency: 60 %

The corrupt official ill-used his authority for personal gain.

position

Frequency: 45 %

The manager ill-used his position to mistreat his subordinates.

resources

Frequency: 35 %

The company ill-uses its resources by not investing in employee training.

privileges

Frequency: 25 %

The wealthy family ill-uses their privileges to avoid consequences.

Idiomatic Expressions for ill-use

• Phrase: ill-use power
  Meaning: to abuse or misuse one's authority or control over others
  Usage: The dictator constantly ill-uses his power by suppressing dissent and violating human rights.