Victimization

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Pronunciation: /vɪkˌtɪməˈzeɪʃən/

Definitions of victimization

noun the action of making someone a victim of crime or abuse

Example Sentences

A1 Victimization is when someone is treated unfairly or harmed by others.

A2 Children are often the victims of victimization in schools.

B1 The government has implemented programs to prevent victimization of vulnerable populations.

B2 Victimization can have long-lasting effects on a person's mental health.

C1 Research shows a correlation between childhood victimization and adult criminal behavior.

C2 The study explores the complex factors that contribute to the cycle of victimization in society.

adjective relating to the act of victimizing someone

Example Sentences

A1 She felt victimization after being bullied at school.

A2 The victimization of innocent civilians in the war zone was heartbreaking.

B1 The victimization of the elderly is a serious issue that needs to be addressed.

B2 The company implemented policies to prevent victimization in the workplace.

C1 The documentary shed light on the systemic victimization of marginalized communities.

C2 The lawyer specialized in cases of institutional victimization and discrimination.

Examples of victimization in a Sentence

formal Victimization of vulnerable groups is a serious issue that needs to be addressed by policymakers.

informal The victimization of innocent people is just not fair.

slang Stop with the victimization, it's getting old.

figurative Her constant self-victimization is preventing her from moving forward in life.

Grammatical Forms of victimization

past tense

victimized

plural

victimizations

comparative

more victimized

superlative

most victimized

present tense

victimizes

future tense

will victimize

perfect tense

has victimized

continuous tense

is victimizing

singular

victimization

positive degree

victimized

infinitive

to victimize

gerund

victimizing

participle

victimized

Origin and Evolution of victimization

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'victimization' originated from the Latin word 'victima', meaning sacrifice or offering.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of sacrifice or offering, the term 'victimization' evolved to refer to the act of making someone a victim of mistreatment, abuse, or exploitation.