Mishandle

Synonyms of mishandle

• botch
• bungle
• mismanage

Antonyms of mishandle

• take care of
• handle properly
• manage well

Collocations of mishandle

mishandle money

Frequency: 80 %

He was fired for mishandling money from the company's accounts.

mishandle evidence

Frequency: 70 %

The detective was accused of mishandling evidence in the case.

mishandle situation

Frequency: 60 %

She always seems to mishandle every difficult situation she faces.

mishandle power

Frequency: 50 %

The corrupt official was found guilty of mishandling his power for personal gain.

Idiomatic Expressions for mishandle

• Phrase: mishandle evidence
  Meaning: to improperly handle or tamper with evidence
  Usage: The detective was accused of mishandling evidence in the case.