Mistreat (verb)

To treat someone or something in a cruel, harsh, or disrespectful way.

Origin:

From the late 14th century word mistreaten, which means to treat badly or cruelly.

Examples:

1. The employees accused the manager of mistreating them and creating a hostile work environment.
2. The children were taken away from the parents for mistreating them.
3. The animal rights activists protested against the company for mistreating the animals.
4. The doctor was fired for mistreating his patients.
5. The athlete was banned from the league for mistreating a referee.