Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ill-treatment
noun
/ˌɪl ˈtriːtmənt/
Definition
Ill-treatment refers to the act of treating someone in a cruel, unkind, or abusive manner.
Examples
- The prisoner was a victim of ill-treatment during his captivity.
- Children exposed to ill-treatment may struggle with emotional issues later in life.
Meaning
The behavior of causing harm, distress, or suffering to another person, usually through actions or words that are harmful or neglectful.
Synonyms
- abuse
- mistreatment
- maltreatment
- harassment
- neglect
