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mishandle

[ˌmɪsˈhændl]

mishandle Definition

  • 1to deal with something in a way that is not careful, skillful, or appropriate
  • 2to treat someone roughly or cruelly

Using mishandle: Examples

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

  • Example

    The company mishandled the situation and lost many customers.

  • Example

    The police were accused of mishandling the investigation.

  • Example

    He was fired for mishandling company funds.

  • Example

    The baggage handlers mishandled my luggage and it arrived damaged.

  • Example

    The teacher was criticized for mishandling the student's behavior.

mishandle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mishandle

Antonyms for mishandle

  • handle well
  • manage well

Phrases with mishandle

  • to handle something very carefully and gently

    Example

    The antique vase was very fragile, so we had to mishandle it with kid gloves.

  • to fail to catch or handle a ball properly

    Example

    The outfielder mishandled the ball and the runner advanced to second base.

  • to deal with a crisis in a way that makes the situation worse

    Example

    The government was criticized for mishandling the economic crisis.

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Summary: mishandle in Brief

To 'mishandle' [ˌmɪsˈhændl] means to deal with something carelessly, improperly, or roughly. It can also mean to treat someone cruelly. Examples include 'The company mishandled the situation and lost many customers,' and 'The baggage handlers mishandled my luggage and it arrived damaged.' Phrases include 'mishandle with kid gloves,' meaning to handle something very carefully, and 'mishandle a crisis,' meaning to make a crisis worse.