Victimize

//ˈvɪktɪmaɪz//

Word Type

Verb

The word "victimize" can be used as a verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

self-victimize victimization victimizer

Derived From

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

cheat chisel penalise penalize punish rip off wrong

Manner Of

cheat punish wrong

Related Terms

defraud punish sacrifice swindle unjustly victim

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