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Mistreatment

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

Cruel, abusive, unfair, or thoughtless treatment of a person or animal (or rarely an object)..

Example Sentences

There were allegations of mistreatment at the prison.

Synonyms for mistreatment

Antonyms for mistreatment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does mistreatment mean?

Mistreatment means Cruel, abusive, unfair, or thoughtless treatment of a person or animal (or rarely an object)..

What is a synonym for mistreatment?

Common synonyms include maltreatment.

What is the opposite of mistreatment?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use mistreatment in a sentence?

There were allegations of mistreatment at the prison.

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