unabused

Thân thiện

A well-cared-for dog is happy and unabused.

Definition

Adjective: * Not physically abused; treated properly: The word "unabused" describes a state where someone or something has not been subjected to physical harm, mistreatment, or improper use. It emphasizes the absence of abuse and implies correct, respectful, or appropriate handling.

Usage

"Unabused" is a formal and somewhat uncommon adjective. It is primarily used to describe the condition of a person, animal, or object that has been cared for correctly and has not suffered damage or injury from maltreatment. * It often appears in legal, social work, or formal descriptive contexts. * It can be used attributively (before a noun) or predicatively (after a linking verb).

Examples

• The inspector confirmed that the animals in the sanctuary were unabused and well-fed.
• After the investigation, the children were found to be unabused and placed in a safe home.
• He sold his classic car, which was in unabused condition with low mileage.
• The report aimed to ensure that the detainees' rights were protected and that they remained unabused.

Advanced Usage

• "unabused trust": This phrase can metaphorically describe confidence or faith that has not been taken advantage of or violated.
  • She returned his unabused trust with complete loyalty.

Variants and Related Words

• Abuse (verb/noun): To treat with cruelty or violence; to use improperly. / Cruel and violent treatment; improper use.
• Abused (adjective): Having been subjected to abuse.
• Non-abused (adjective): A less common synonym with a similar meaning to "unabused."

Synonyms

• Unharmed
• Untreated (in the specific context of not being subjected to a harmful action)
• Well-treated
• Properly cared for

Antonyms

• Abused
• Mistreated
• Maltreated
• Battered
• Misused

Học thuật

Adjective

1. not physically abused; treated properly