Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to treat someone like dirt
idiom
/tə triːt ˈsʌmwʌn laɪk dɜːrt/
Definition
To treat someone with extreme disregard or disrespect, often undermining their dignity.
Examples
- Despite his hard work, his boss continued to treat him like dirt.
- After their argument, she felt like he was treating her like dirt.
Meaning
This phrase implies that a person is treated poorly, as if they are worthless or unimportant.
Synonyms
- to undervalue
- to belittle
- to demean
- to disrespect
