Distress and Maltreat

Distress

Distress verb - To trouble the mind of; to make uneasy.

Maltreat and distress are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Maltreat" instead a verb "Distress".

Maltreat

Maltreat verb - To inflict physical or emotional harm upon.

Distress and maltreat are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Distress" instead a verb "Maltreat".

Nearby Words: maltreatment, maltreating
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