This is the 3709th most frequent Catalan word.
abusar
To misuse, exploit, or take advantage of something or someone.
Here, 'abusar' is used to describe taking undue advantage of someone's tolerance.
No abusis de la paciència de la teva mare.
Do not abuse your mother's patience.
In this sentence, 'abusar' indicates misusing authority.
Sempre ha intentat no abusar del seu poder com a cap.
He has always tried not to abuse his power as a boss.
Here, 'abusar' refers to excessive or harmful consumption of substances.