treat

[triːt]

treat Definition

• 1. to behave towards someone or deal with something in a particular way
• 2. to give medical care or attention to a person, injury, or illness
• 3. something enjoyable or that gives pleasure

Using treat: Examples

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

• Example

  He always treats his employees with respect.

• Example

  The doctor treated the patient's injuries.

• Example

  I treated myself to a spa day.

• Example

  She treated us to dinner at her favorite restaurant.

treat Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for treat

• manage
• address
• cure
• remedy
• delight
• pleasure
• indulgence
• handle
• attend to

Antonyms for treat

• mistreat
• abuse
• neglect
• ignore
• disappoint

Idioms Using treat

• a tough/nasty/rough treat

  an unpleasant or difficult experience

  Example

  Working in the mines is a tough treat, but it pays well.

• a treat for the eyes

  something visually pleasing or beautiful

  Example

  The sunset over the ocean was a real treat for the eyes.

• a rare treat

  something that is not often experienced or seen, making it special

  Example

  Getting to see a live performance by her favorite band was a rare treat for Sarah.

Phrases with treat

• treat someone like dirt

  to treat someone very badly or disrespectfully

  Example

  I can't believe he treated you like dirt after all you've done for him.

• treat someone to something

  to pay for or provide something enjoyable for someone else

  Example

  I treated my sister to a concert for her birthday.

• treat yourself

  to do something special or enjoyable for yourself

  Example

  After a long week of work, I decided to treat myself to a movie and some popcorn.

Origins of treat

from Old English 'trǣtan', meaning 'negotiate, discuss, treat'

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Summary: treat in Brief

The verb 'treat' [triːt] has three main meanings: to behave towards someone or deal with something in a particular way, to give medical care or attention, and something enjoyable. It can be used in phrases like 'treat someone like dirt,' 'treat someone to something,' and 'treat yourself.' Idioms include 'a tough/nasty/rough treat,' 'a treat for the eyes,' and 'a rare treat.'