Cool MateTreat
UK /["/triːt/","/triːts/","/ˈtriːtɪd/","/ˈtriːtɪŋ/"]/US /["/triːt/","/triːts/","/ˈtriːtɪd/","/ˈtriːtɪŋ/"]/
Definition
to behave in a particular way towards somebody/something
In simple words: to consider someone or something in a certain way
Examples
- It's important to treat others with kindness and respect.
- She decided to treat herself to a nice dinner after a long week.
- Doctors know how to treat various illnesses with care.
- They chose to treat the problem as an opportunity for growth.
- This dessert is a real treat for chocolate lovers!
- He brought a treat for the dog during their walk.
- We should treat this situation seriously and not ignore it.
- The restaurant gives a complimentary treat to first-time customers.
- To treat someone special, you should plan an unforgettable experience.
- In some cultures, it is customary to treat guests with great hospitality.
Usage notes
Commonly used in both everyday and formal contexts. You treat friends kindly, but may treat strangers more formally. Avoid using in overly casual situations.
Grammar pattern
treat + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'treat' like giving someone a special snack or dessert; it’s how you act towards them.
Collocations
- equally
- equitably
- fairly
- tend to
- as
- like
- with
- deserve to be treated
- equally
- equitably
- fairly
- tend to
- as
- like
- with
- deserve to be treated
- equally
- equitably
- fairly
- tend to
- as
- like
- with
- deserve to be treated
- easily
- appropriately
- properly
- be difficult to
- use something to
- for
- with
- be effective in treating something
- chemically
- for
- with
Synonyms
- regard
- handle
- consider
- deal with
- manage
Antonyms
- mistreat
- neglect
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'treat' as a noun (like a gift) versus 'treat' as a verb (to handle someone/something).
- Using wrong prepositions, e.g. saying 'treat to' instead of 'treat as'.
- Misplacing the subject, e.g. 'He treat her well' instead of 'He treats her well'.