victimization

//ˌvɪktɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
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Noun

victimizationSingular
victimizationsPlural
1

The act or process of singling out someone for cruel or unjust treatment, harassment, or exploitation.

The company has strict policies against the victimization of employees.

2

The state or condition of being made a victim.

The study examined the long-term effects of victimization on mental health.

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