misuse of power
noun phraseUK /ˌmɪsˈjuːs əv ˈpaʊə/
US /ˌmɪsˈjuːs əv ˈpaʊər/
Using your power in a wrong or unfair way.
The teacher was punished for the misuse of power when she gave only her favorite students good grades.
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2. When a leader uses their position to help themselves instead of others.
The mayor's misuse of power led to a big scandal.
3. Using strength or control to hurt people who cannot defend themselves.
The older kids' misuse of power made the younger ones afraid to play outside.
4. Breaking the rules of a job to get an unfair advantage.
The referee's misuse of power changed the result of the game.