noun ·3 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The state or perception of being a victim. uncountable, usually

   "Some can surmount their victimhood, and some can't."

Synonyms

All synonyms

victimism

Example

More examples

"His victimhood has become a chronic attitude."

Etymology

From victim + -hood.

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