Synonyms for

Treating

Verb / ˈtri:tɪŋ / Another word for treating — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Treating means behaving towards someone in a particular way, especially in a kind or friendly manner.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

managing handling addressing processing

Informal

dealing with handling coping with working with

Literary

ministering tending solacing

Antonyms

ignoring neglecting abusing harming mishandling disregarding

Common collocations

  • treating patients
  • treating illness
  • treating symptoms
  • treating wounds
  • treating cancer
  • treating people
  • treating animals
  • treating data

Word family

noun treatment
verb treat
adjective treatable
adverb treatably

Usage note

The word 'treating' can refer to medical care, but also to the way someone behaves towards another person or handles a situation. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

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