overuse
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/ˌəʊvərˈjuːs/
🇬🇧
/ˌəʊvəˈjuːs/
noun
R
Using something more than necessary or too frequently.
The overuse of social media can lead to negative effects on mental health.
verb
R
To use something excessively or more than is needed.
Overusing antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance.
translation
Using something more than necessary or too frequently.
To use something excessively or more than is needed.
Word Forms
3rd Present
overuses
Progressive
overusing
Past
overused
Perfect
overused
Plural
overuses