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Maltreated: meaning, definitions and examples

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maltreated

 

[ ˌmɔːltɪˈtriːtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

injustice

To treat (a person or animal) cruelly or with violence, especially regularly or repeatedly.

Synonyms

abuse, bully, ill-treat, mistreat

Examples of usage

  • He was regularly maltreated by his stepfather.
  • The prisoners were maltreated by the guards.
Context #2 | Verb

neglect

To neglect or mistreat (a situation, opportunity, etc.)

Synonyms

misuse, neglect, underuse

Examples of usage

  • She felt she had maltreated her talent by not using it to its full potential.
  • He maltreated his chances of success by not studying for the exam.

Translations

Translations of the word "maltreated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 maltratado

🇮🇳 दुर्व्यवहार किया गया

🇩🇪 misshandelt

🇮🇩 dianiaya

🇺🇦 знущалися

🇵🇱 źle traktowany

🇯🇵 虐待された (ぎゃくたいされた)

🇫🇷 maltraité

🇪🇸 maltratado

🇹🇷 kötü muamele görmüş

🇰🇷 학대받은 (hakdaebadeun)

🇸🇦 سوء المعاملة

🇨🇿 týraný

🇸🇰 týraný

🇨🇳 受虐待 (shòu nüèdài)

🇸🇮 zlorabljen

🇮🇸 mishandlaður

🇰🇿 қиянат көрген

🇬🇪 წამებული (ts'am'ebuli)

🇦🇿 pis rəftar edilən

🇲🇽 maltratado

Word origin

The word 'maltreated' originated from the combination of 'mal-' meaning 'badly' and 'treat'. It has been used in the English language since the late 15th century, evolving to encompass the concept of mistreatment or cruelty towards others. The history of maltreatment is often associated with issues of abuse, neglect, and injustice, highlighting the importance of empathy and compassion in human interactions.

See also: maltreat.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,485, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.