ill-treat (Meaning)

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ill-treat (v)

treat badly

The ill-treatment of the prisoners led to widespread outrage.
The child was severely ill-treated by his abusive parents.
The ill-treatment of animals is a serious crime that should be punished severely.
The ill-treated horse was left with open wounds and broken bones.
The ill-treatment of the elderly is a growing problem that needs to be addressed.
The ill-treatment of minorities is a violation of basic human rights.
The ill-treatment of prisoners of war is a war crime.
The ill-treatment of employees can lead to low morale and decreased productivity.
The ill-treatment of the environment will have devastating consequences for future generations.
It is important to speak out against ill-treatment in all its forms.

treat badly

maltreat, mistreat, bully,abuse, torture, hurt, mess over, violate, persecute, harass

foster, cherish, nurture, cherish, care (for), baby, foster, baby, nurture,care (for)

The ill-treatment of the prisoners led to widespread outrage.

The child was severely ill-treated by his abusive parents.

The ill-treatment of animals is a serious crime that should be punished severely.

The ill-treated horse was left with open wounds and broken bones.