1. treated cruelly or with violence; abused
Usage: past participle of maltreat used as adjective

Examples

• The maltreated dog was rescued by animal control officers.
• Social workers help maltreated children find safe homes.
• The maltreated prisoners were finally freed after the investigation.
• She felt like a maltreated employee after years of unfair treatment.
• The maltreated plants in the neglected garden were barely alive.
• Maltreated animals often show signs of fear and aggression.