Misapply and Utilize

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Misapply verb - To put to a bad or improper use.

Usage example: kids who misapply their boundless energy and get into trouble

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Utilize is an antonym for misapply.

Utilize verb - To put into action or service.

Usage example: we must utilize all the tools at our disposal

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Misapply is an antonym for utilize.

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