mistreatment in Latin

mistreatment in Latin is contumēlia — mistreatment means cruel, abusive, unfair, or thoughtless treatment of a person or animal (or rarely an object).

mistreatment in Latin

contumēlia

noun

Cruel, abusive, unfair, or thoughtless treatment of a person or animal (or rarely an object).

What does "mistreatment" mean?

noun Cruel, abusive, unfair, or thoughtless treatment of a person or animal (or rarely an object).

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "mistreatment" in Latin?

"mistreatment" in Latin is contumēlia. mistreatment means: Cruel, abusive, unfair, or thoughtless treatment of a person or animal (or rarely an object).

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