Also means
misuse
Usage Note
Abuso covers both mistreatment and improper overuse of something. The legal term abuso di potere means 'abuse of power', while abuso edilizio refers to illegal building work.
Examples
"Hanno denunciato un abuso di potere."
Natural Translation
They reported an abuse of power.
Literal Translation
Have reported an abuse of power.
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