adj

victimized

Victimized (adj) means having been treated unfairly, harmed, or made into a target. Example: “She felt victimized by her manager's constant criticism.”

adj

Having been treated unfairly, harmed, or made into a target.

"She felt victimized by her manager's constant criticism."

How to use victimized

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTreated unfairly or singled out for mistreatment.

Word forms

more victimized comparative, most victimized superlative

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What does “victimized” mean?

The word “victimized” means having been treated unfairly, harmed, or made into a target. In plain terms, treated unfairly or singled out for mistreatment.

How do you use “victimized” in a sentence?

Here is “victimized” used in a sentence: “She felt victimized by her manager's constant criticism.”

What part of speech is “victimized”?

“Victimized” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of victimized?

"victimized" (adj) means having been treated unfairly, harmed, or made into a target.