MISHANDLE
(verb, noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Mishandle.
Mishandle - as a verb
Make a mess of, destroy or ruin
Example: "I botched the dinner and we had to eat out"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Example: "The funds were mismanaged"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
misconduct17mismanage14Mishandle - as a noun
Rough manipulation which causes physical damage.
Ineffective or incorrect deal.
Improper, wrong, or bad usage or treatment; abuse.
Example Sentences
"He mishandled the fragile vase and it shattered into pieces."
"The company mishandled the customer's complaint and lost their business."
"She often mishandles her responsibilities and fails to meet deadlines."
"The detective mishandled the evidence and compromised the investigation."
"The airline mishandled the passengers' luggage, causing a lot of inconvenience."
Word Game Points
Is MISHANDLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mishandle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MISHANDLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is MISHANDLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mishandle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMISHANDLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is MISHANDLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mishandle is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMISHANDLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.