Definitions of ill-treated
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subjected to cruel treatment
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synonyms:
abused, maltreated, mistreated
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battered
exhibiting symptoms resulting from repeated physical and emotional injury
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Antonyms:
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unabused
not physically abused; treated properly
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battered
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