victimize
Translation
to victimise, to persecute
Examples
He felt victimized by the unfair system.
He felt victimised by the unfair system.
Grammar Patterns
to victimize ((sb.)) to single (sb.) out for cruel or unjust treatment The law does not victimise any particular group.
Similar Words
Synonyms: persecute, bully, oppress, target
Etymology
From 'victim' plus the verb-forming suffix '-ize', meaning 'to make or turn into'. So, 'to make someone a victim'.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ize' means 'to make'. Therefore, 'to make' someone a 'victim'.