treat 1 of 2

verb

ˈtrēt How to pronounce treat (audio)
Definition of treatnext
1
as in to serve
to behave toward in a stated way she tries to treat all of her students fairly and equally, regardless of her personal feelings toward them

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2
as in to manage
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently school officials treated the vandalism of the students' artwork as a very serious matter

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3
as in to consult
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem I will treat with my lawyer and let you know what we decide

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4
as in to heal
to give medical treatment to a nurse treating a patient

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treat

2 of 2

noun

1
as in joy
a source of great satisfaction spending a long weekend at a ski resort is a real treat

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2
as in candy
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury for us sushi is a real treat since no restaurant around here makes it

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Recent Examples of treat
Verb
Well, time flies, because our bracket of cuteness has been narrowed down to one final matchup for all the marbles treats. — Rasputin Todd, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2026 The Sioux Falls regional water reclamation facility, which transports and treats wastewater from the city and surrounding communities is receiving $81 million in the budget. — Gabriel Brito, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
Dates are an unexpected treat at turndown in lieu of the typical chocolates. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026 The two families maintain a good relationship to this day, as evidenced by Trent Hagen coming over to ask his father about an order of frozen treats for a charitable event one of the Merlinos was hosting that day. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for treat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for treat
  1. serve
  2. manage
  3. consult
  4. heal
  5. joy
  6. candy
  7. handle
  8. manipulate
Verb
  • Many market participants believe these results will serve as a crucial bellwether to test whether the AI rally can sustain its momentum.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • That’s what being mean to Heather is like and, so far this season, that is the only meal we’ve been served.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of serve
Verb
  • With much of the country's economy geared toward its lucrative and well-managed fishing industry, fishing rights have been a talking point in the run-up to the referendum.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Rebecca Sanders, a national safety practice leader at the transportation consulting firm Fehr & Peers, led a 2019 report at Arizona State University and Toole Design looking at various strategies used across the country to manage speed.
    — Jeff McMurray, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of manage
Verb
  • Clinicians can then consult the referenced research, assess its relevance and apply their professional judgment.
    — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Finally, after consulting with parliamentary leaders and the government, King Olav gave his consent.
    — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of consult
Verb
  • The book centers on his belief that personal transformation can happen even before someone feels completely healed.
    — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The downside to that would be that King would have to miss a minimum of the team’s first four games — but if King’s hamstring injury is taking a while to heal, such a move could make sense.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of heal
Noun
  • Choose one small goal, keep it affordable, and let joy build through action.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Thank you for the memories, the friendship, and for bringing joy to generations of fans.
    — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of joy
Noun
  • The state’s ban on using of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds to purchase candy and soft drinks took effect July 1.
    — Nathan Ansell, Arkansas Online, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Fiber-rich whole foods provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other plant compounds that candy generally lacks.
    — Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of candy
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  • Other areas of concern are the library system's self-check-out kiosks, instances in which minor teenagers handle materials while working or volunteering at a branch, and platforms for loaning electronic materials, Adams said.
    — Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Taylor Farms works with hundreds of family farms for its produce and handles processing, packaging and distribution itself.
    — Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of handle
Verb
  • In virtually every practice, Rodgers gives the young quarterbacks a small piece of information — how to throw the ball on the run, how to carry out play-action, how to manipulate defenders with their eyes.
    — Mike DeFabo, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • New tools in neuroscience have allowed researchers to manipulate the activity of specific neurons in mice brains.
    — Danny G. Winder, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
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“Treat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/treat. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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