mistreatment
nounUK /ˌmɪsˈtriːtmənt/
US /ˌmɪsˈtriːtmənt/
Mistreatment is when someone is treated in a mean or unfair way.
The teacher talked to the class about the mistreatment of animals.
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2. The act of handling or using something in a careless or wrong way.
The mistreatment of the old books caused their pages to fall apart.
3. Unfair or harsh treatment because of who someone is.
The workers complained about the mistreatment they received from their boss.
4. Poor care given to a person or animal that depends on others.
The shelter rescues pets that have suffered from mistreatment.