Victimize: meaning, definitions and examples
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victimize
[ ˈvɪktɪˌmaɪz ]
injustice
To make someone suffer unfairly, especially because of their race, religion, or beliefs. It can also refer to making someone a victim of a crime or deception.
Synonyms
abuse, exploit, oppress, target
Examples of usage
- He felt victimized by the discrimination he faced at work.
- She was victimized by a scam artist who took advantage of her trust.
- The vulnerable population was victimized by the corrupt government officials.
- The media often victimizes certain groups by portraying them in a negative light.
- The victimized community came together to seek justice.
criminal act
To commit a crime against someone, causing them harm or loss. It can involve physical, emotional, or financial harm.
Synonyms
assault, defraud, mug, prey on
Examples of usage
- The burglars victimized several households in the neighborhood.
- The cybercriminals victimized innocent internet users.
- Fraudsters often victimize vulnerable individuals for financial gain.
Translations
Translations of the word "victimize" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vitimizar
🇮🇳 पीड़ित बनाना
🇩🇪 zum Opfer machen
🇮🇩 mengorbankan
🇺🇦 віктимізувати
🇵🇱 wiktymizować
🇯🇵 被害者にする
🇫🇷 victimiser
🇪🇸 victimizar
🇹🇷 mağdur etmek
🇰🇷 희생시키다
🇸🇦 جعل ضحية
🇨🇿 viktimizovat
🇸🇰 viktimizovať
🇨🇳 使受害
🇸🇮 viktimizirati
🇮🇸 gera að fórnarlambi
🇰🇿 жәбірлеу
🇬🇪 მსხვერპლად ქცევა
🇦🇿 qurban etmək
🇲🇽 victimizar
Word origin
The word 'victimize' originated in the late 19th century from the noun 'victim,' which comes from the Latin word 'victima,' meaning 'sacrificial animal.' Over time, 'victimize' evolved to describe the act of making someone a victim of injustice or crime. The concept of victimization has been studied in various fields, including criminology and sociology, to understand the impact of victimization on individuals and communities.
See also: victimization, victimized, victims.