English Explanatory Dictionary

victimization

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An act that victimizes or exploits someone.
  2. Adversity as a result of being a victim.

Pronunciation

/ˌvɪk.tɪ.maɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ /ˌvɪk.tɪ.məˈzeɪ.ʃən/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-victimization.wav LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-victimization.wav

Word forms

victimization victimizations victimisation

Etymology

From victim + -ization or victimize + -ation.

Derived words

secondary victimization self-victimization
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