Mistreat
Pronunciation: /mɪˈstriːt/
Mistreat (verb)
- To treat someone in an unfair or unkind way, especially when they do not deserve it.
- To harm or hurt someone repeatedly, using cruel behaviour or force.
- To use something in a careless or harmful way that causes damage or poor results.
Examples
- They mistreat workers when no one is watching.
- He mistreats his neighbors with rude comments.