abused abused /əˈbjuːzd/

adjective

1. () Used improperly or excessively especially drugs  ( abused )
   used improperly or excessively especially drugs
    An abused substance
   an abused substance
   
2. Subjected to cruel treatment  ( abused , ill-treated , maltreated , mistreated )
   subjected to cruel treatment
    An abused wife
   an abused wife