English Explanatory Dictionary

victimize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make (someone) a victim or sacrifice.
  2. To punish unjustly.
  3. To swindle or defraud.

Pronunciation

/ˈvɪktɪmaɪz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-victimize.wav

Word forms

victimize victimizes victimizing victimized victimise

Etymology

From victim + -ize.

Derived words

self-victimize victimization victimizer
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