Mistreatment
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mistreatment is a noun meaning Cruel, abusive, unfair, or thoughtless treatment of a person or animal (or rarely an object).
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.
Word Forms
- mistreatments
Synonyms for mistreatment
Depending on context, synonyms include maltreatment.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include maltreatment, abused, abusive, ill-treat, bullying, ill-treatment.
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