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maltreats

The word “maltreats” has 2 syllables: mal-treats

It's pronounced as /mælˈtriːts/

What is synonym and antonym for maltreats?

In the thesaurus, “maltreats” has 52 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for maltreats

Antonyms for maltreats

  • babies
  • caresses
  • cherishes
  • coddles
  • favors
  • fondles
  • fosters
  • gratifies
  • humors
  • indulges
  • mollycoddles
  • nurtures
  • pampers
  • pets
  • spoils

Meanings of maltreats

  • verb
    1. To treat badly, to abuse.

Example Sentences

  • She was shocked to hear that he maltreats his pets on a regular basis.
  • The coach maltreats the players by pushing them too hard during practice.
  • The organization fights for justice for anyone who maltreats animals.
  • He was fired for the way he maltreats his colleagues at the office.
  • The law protects workers from any employer who maltreats them.

On this page you'll find 67 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to maltreats, such as: abuses, ambushes, assails, attacks, babies, bashes, batters.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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