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maltreat

[mælˈtriːt]

maltreat Definition

to treat someone or something cruelly or violently.

Using maltreat: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "maltreat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The prisoners were being maltreated by the guards.

  • Example

    He was accused of maltreating his dog.

  • Example

    The company was fined for maltreating its employees.

maltreat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for maltreat

Antonyms for maltreat

  • treat well
  • treat kindly

Phrases with maltreat

  • maltreat someone/something like a dog

    to treat someone or something very badly

    Example

    The boss maltreated his employees like dogs, making them work long hours without breaks.

  • maltreat someone/something with impunity

    to treat someone or something badly without fear of punishment

    Example

    The dictator maltreated his citizens with impunity, knowing that no one would dare to challenge his authority.

  • maltreat someone/something with contempt

    to treat someone or something with disrespect and disdain

    Example

    The landlord maltreated his tenants with contempt, refusing to make any repairs or improvements to the building.

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Summary: maltreat in Brief

The verb 'maltreat' [mælˈtriːt] means to treat someone or something cruelly or violently. It is often used in the context of abuse or mistreatment, as in 'The prisoners were being maltreated by the guards.' 'Maltreat' can also be used in phrases like 'maltreat someone/something like a dog,' which means to treat someone or something very badly, and 'maltreat someone/something with impunity,' which means to treat someone or something badly without fear of punishment.