Added 9 October 2026
victimization
/ˌvɪk.tɪ.maɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ noun
noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about victimization at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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Adversity resulting from being made a victim.
his victimization infuriated him
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An act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly).
capitalistic exploitation of the working class
Origin
From victim + -ization or victimize + -ation.
From Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org (CC BY-SA)