victimization — English Dictionary

Noun

1. An act that victimizes or exploits someone.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

2. Adversity as a result of being a victim.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

Noun

1. adversity resulting from being made a victim

   Broader terms

   adversityhardshiphard knocks

   Examples

   his victimization infuriated him

2. an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)

   Synonyms

   exploitationvictimisationusing

   Broader terms

   mistreatment

   Examples

   capitalistic exploitation of the working class

   paying Blacks less and charging them more is a form of victimization