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mistreat

/mɪsˈtriːt/ verb · British & US
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What does mistreat mean?

verb

To treat someone or something unfairly or cruelly; to misuse or abuse something.

Example

"The company was accused of mistreating its employees by paying them below minimum wage."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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