Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maltreat
verb
/mælˈtriːt/
Definition
to treat a person or animal cruelly or with violence.
Examples
- It is illegal to maltreat animals under the law.
- She vowed to never maltreat her children, ensuring they always felt loved and secure.
- The report highlighted cases where workers were maltreated by their employers.
Meaning
Maltreat refers to the act of harming or abusing someone or something, often in a way that is cruel or neglectful.
Synonyms
- abuse
- mistreat
- ill-treat
- mistreat
- torment
