victim
Translation
victim, casualty, sufferer
Examples
She was the victim of a robbery.
She was the victim of a robbery.
He fell victim to a clever scam.
He fell victim to a clever scam.
Grammar Patterns
a victim ((of sth.)) a person harmed as a result of (sth.) She was a victim of circumstance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sufferer, casualty; Antonyms: perpetrator, culprit, attacker
Etymology
From Latin 'victima', meaning 'sacrificial animal'. Possibly related to 'vincere' (to conquer).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'victory' for the criminal, but a 'victim' for the person who was harmed.