victimization
3 synonyms for victimization, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An act that treats someone unfairly as a victim, or takes advantage of them.
Synonyms
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victimisation
Etymology
Formed from either victim + -ization or victimize + -ation.
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