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Mistreatment: meaning, definitions and examples

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mistreatment

 

[ mɪsˈtriːtmənt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

injustice

The act of treating someone in a cruel and unfair way, especially over a long period of time. Mistreatment can take many forms, such as physical abuse, emotional manipulation, or neglect.

Synonyms

abuse, cruelty, oppression

Examples of usage

  • He suffered years of mistreatment at the hands of his captors.
  • She finally spoke out against the mistreatment she had endured in the workplace.
  • The mistreatment of animals in the circus industry is a growing concern.
  • The mistreatment of refugees at the border is a violation of human rights.
  • Children should be protected from any form of mistreatment.

Translations

Translations of the word "mistreatment" in other languages:

🇵🇹 maus-tratos

🇮🇳 दुरुपयोग

🇩🇪 Misshandlung

🇮🇩 perlakuan buruk

🇺🇦 погане поводження

🇵🇱 znęcanie się

🇯🇵 虐待 (ぎゃくたい)

🇫🇷 mauvais traitements

🇪🇸 maltrato

🇹🇷 kötü muamele

🇰🇷 학대 (hakdae)

🇸🇦 سوء المعاملة

🇨🇿 špatné zacházení

🇸🇰 zlý zaobchádzanie

🇨🇳 虐待 (nüè dài)

🇸🇮 slabo ravnanje

🇮🇸 illa meðferð

🇰🇿 жаман қарым-қатынас

🇬🇪 ცუდი მოპყრობა

🇦🇿 pis rəftar

🇲🇽 maltrato

Etymology

The word 'mistreatment' dates back to the 16th century, derived from the combination of 'mis-' meaning 'badly' and 'treatment' meaning 'the manner in which someone is treated'. The concept of mistreatment has been present throughout history, with examples of mistreatment of individuals based on factors such as race, gender, or social status. Efforts to address and prevent mistreatment continue to be important in various fields, including human rights, healthcare, and social justice.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,347, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.