Synonyms: mistreated, maltreated, ill-treated, abused
Definition: subjected to cruel treatment
Usage: an abused wife
Similar words: battered
Definition: exhibiting symptoms resulting from repeated physical and emotional injury
Usage: a battered child; the battered woman syndrome
Synonyms: abused
Definition: used improperly or excessively especially drugs
Usage: an abused substance
Similar words: misused
Definition: used incorrectly or carelessly or for an improper purpose
Usage: misused words are often laughable but one weeps for misused talents