This is the 2380th most frequent German word.
missbrauch
Abuse.
In this sentence, 'missbrauch' is used as a noun to refer to the improper or excessive use of alcohol, highlighting its negative impact.
Der missbrauch von Alkohol hat viele negative Folgen.
The abuse of alcohol has many negative consequences.
Here, 'missbraucht' is the verb form, indicating that the subject is exploiting a situation inappropriately.
Er missbraucht die Situation zu seinem Vorteil.
He is abusing the situation to his advantage.
This sentence employs 'Missbrauch' as a noun, describing the act of violating trust in a manner that harms relational bonds.