maltreatment

The word “maltreatment” has 3 syllables: mal-treat-ment

It's pronounced as /mælˈtriːtmənt/

What is synonym and antonym for maltreatment?

In the thesaurus, “maltreatment” has 26 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for maltreatment along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for maltreatment

abuse
corruption
damage
debasement
desecration
destruction
ill-treatment
ill-usage
injury
injustice
misapplication
misemployment
mishandling
mismanagement
mismanaging
mistreatment
misusage
misuse
misutilization
perversion
profanation
prostitution
ruin
spoiling
violation
wrecking

Antonyms for maltreatment

aid
application
employment
help
use
utilization

Meanings of maltreatment

noun
1. Cruel or harmful treatment or abuse; mistreatment.

Example Sentences

The investigation revealed widespread maltreatment of the workers in the factory.
Maltreatment of animals is a criminal offense in many countries.
The organization provides support for survivors of maltreatment in abusive relationships.
The children were placed in foster care due to the maltreatment they suffered at home.
The report highlighted the long-term effects of maltreatment on a child's mental health.

On this page you'll find 32 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to maltreatment, such as: abuse, aid, application, corruption, damage, debasement, desecration.

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