What is another word for mis-treatment?
Pronunciation: [mˈɪstɹˈiːtmənt] (IPA) 
Mis-treatment is an unfortunate occurrence that can happen in various situations such as in homes, schools, or hospitals. There are several ways to describe this action, and they include maltreatment, abuse, mistreatment, harshness, cruelty, and neglect. All of these words have a negative connotation and highlight the unjust, incorrect, and harmful treatment of individuals or groups. Maltreatment refers to a broad range of mistreatment that can include physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. Abuse is an act of violence or ill-treatment that can harm an individual or group. Mistreatment encompasses all kinds of unjust or ill-treatment, while harshness describes an excessively severe or critical treatment. Cruelty is defined by deliberate and excessive harm, and neglect refers to failure to provide care, attention, or support.
