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antonyms for the word mistreat

 

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Antonyms for "mistreat"

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: Treat well, care for

Description: When someone mistreats another person, they are treating them poorly or unfairly. Antonyms for mistreat in this sense would be words that represent treating someone well, caring for them, or behaving kindly towards them.

Sample Sentence: It is important to respect and treat others kindly instead of mistreating them.

Sense 2: Handle gently, treat with care

Description: Mistreating an object means handling it roughly or carelessly. Antonyms for mistreat related to this sense would focus on treating objects gently, carefully, or with proper care.

Sample Sentence: Always handle fragile items with care and avoid mistreating them.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: Victim, sufferer

Description: The term "mistreat" can refer to someone who has been mistreated, implying they have been a victim or a sufferer. Antonyms for this sense would represent individuals who have not been mistreated.

Sample Sentence: She was once mistreated, but now she has found a loving and caring environment.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Well-treated, cared for

Description: As an adjective, the word "mistreat" can describe someone who has been treated poorly. Antonyms for this sense would be words indicating that someone is well-treated or cared for.

Sample Sentence: The shelter ensures that all the animals are well-treated and given proper care.

Sense 2: Undamaged, unharmed

Description: Mistreated objects are usually damaged or harmed in some way. Antonyms for this sense would focus on objects that are undamaged or unharmed.

Sample Sentence: The package arrived undamaged, showing that it was not mistreated during transit.

Sense 3: Fair, just

Description: The term "mistreat" can also describe an unfair or unjust treatment. Antonyms for this sense would represent treating someone fairly or justly.

Sample Sentence: A good leader ensures all team members are treated justly and never mistreated.

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