Victimized: meaning, definitions and examples

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victimized

[ ˈvɪk.tɪ.maɪzd ]

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feeling

To make someone feel as though they are a victim, especially of a crime or injustice.

Synonyms

abused, exploited, oppressed

Examples of usage

She felt victimized by the unfair treatment she received at work.
He was victimized by the robbery that took place in his neighborhood.

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criminal act

To treat someone unfairly or harmfully, especially in a criminal manner.

Synonyms

cheat, defraud, swindle

Examples of usage

The scam victimized many unsuspecting individuals.
The fraud scheme victimized innocent people out of their life savings.

Translations

Translations of the word "victimized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vítima

🇮🇳 पीड़ित

🇩🇪 opfer

🇮🇩 dikorbankan

🇺🇦 жертва

🇵🇱 ofiara

🇯🇵 犠牲者

🇫🇷 victime

🇪🇸 victimizado

🇹🇷 kurban

🇰🇷 피해자

🇸🇦 ضحية

🇨🇿 oběť

🇸🇰 obeť

🇨🇳 受害者

🇸🇮 žrtev

🇮🇸 fórnarlamb

🇰🇿 құрбан

🇬🇪 მსხვერპლი

🇦🇿 qurban

🇲🇽 victimizado

Word origin

The word 'victimized' originated from the Latin word 'victima', which means 'sacrificial animal'. Over time, the term evolved to refer to individuals who have been harmed or treated unfairly, especially in a criminal context. The concept of victimization has played a significant role in criminology and sociology, highlighting the impact of crime and injustice on individuals and society as a whole.

See also: victimization, victimize, victims.