Meaning & use
victimize
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To single someone out for cruel or unjust treatment, making them a victim.
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The new policy unfairly victimizes low-income families.
He accused his manager of victimizing him for reporting the safety violation.
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Often used in contexts of workplace or systemic discrimination, and legally to describe retaliation against someone who has made a complaint.
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