Ill-uses is a term that involves the mistreatment or abuse of something or someone. There are several synonyms for this term, including maltreatment, misuse, ill-treatment, ill-usage, and abuse. Maltreatment refers to any mistreatment or abuse of someone or something. Misuse indicates using something in an inappropriate way, leading to damage or harm. Ill-treatment describes harsh or cruel behavior towards someone or something. Ill-usage suggests poor treatment or neglect of something. Finally, abuse is a broad term encompassing any form of mistreatment or cruelty towards someone or something. These synonyms for ill-uses help to convey the severity and harmful nature of mistreatment and abuse.