JLPT N1 Advanced
虐待
Cruel abuse or mistreatment, especially of a vulnerable person or animal
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Other forms
虐待する to abuse
Noun, Suru verb
"Abuse" / "Mistreatment"
Refers to severe cruelty or violent mistreatment inflicted upon a vulnerable person or animal, often involving a distinct power imbalance.
Example
児童虐待 は 深刻な 社会問題 です 。
Child abuse is a serious social problem.
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