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Meaning of Mistreatful
The primary meaning of the word "Mistreatful" is having or showing a tendency to treat others badly or unfairly.
Definitions
- Having or showing a tendency to treat others badly or unfairly
- Characterized by or given to mistreatment, especially of others
- Having a disposition to be cruel or unkind to others
Etymology of Mistreatful
The word "Mistreatful" is derived from the verb "mistreat", which is a combination of "mistreat" (to treat badly or unfairly) and the suffix "-ful" (indicating a tendency or disposition)
The verb "mistreat" is derived from the prefix "mis-" (meaning "wrong" or "badly") and the verb "treat" (meaning "to deal with or behave towards someone or something in a particular way")
The word "Mistreatful" has been in use since the 17th century, with its meaning and usage evolving over time to encompass a range of negative connotations
Example Uses
- The company's mistreatful attitude towards its employees led to a major scandal
- The mistreatful behavior of the bully towards the new student was unacceptable
- The government's mistreatful policies towards the minority group sparked widespread protests