What is another word for mishandled?

Pronunciation: [mɪshˈandə͡ld] (IPA)

The word "mishandled" refers to the incorrect or improper handling of something. There are several synonyms for the word "mishandled" that can be used interchangeably depending on the situation. Some of these synonyms include mismanaged, mishandled, misused, mistreated, maltreated, mishandled, mishandled, mishandled, mishandled, mistreated, mishandled, mistreated, mishandled, and mishandled. Each of these synonyms has a slightly different connotation. For example, "mismanaged" generally refers to poor management, while "maltreated" is more specific to mistreatment or abuse. Regardless of which synonym is used, it is important to ensure that the situation is clearly communicated so that the appropriate action can be taken to prevent further mishandling from occurring.

Usage examples for Mishandled

Well, I thought he was not far out, take it either way, when I see how you have brought the poor thing in mishandled.
"The Unknown Sea"
Clemence Housman
Life had brutally mishandled and shackled-life had?
"The Short Life"
Francis Donovan
This woman was married to a rough drunkard who mishandled her.
"The Love Affairs of Great Musicians, Volume 1"
Rupert Hughes

Famous quotes with Mishandled

  • I would be with those who say the hierarchy in the United States has badly mishandled this whole situation.
    William P. Leahy
  • Last year, when we had the Liberal government putting the protection of sexual orientation in our Human Rights Act, the Reform Party was opposed to that, but made a terrible mess of the debate. In fact, discredited itself on that issue, not just with the conventional liberal media, but even with many social conservatives by the manner in which it mishandled that.
    Stephen Harper

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