victimize
verb (used with object)
to make a victim of.
victimise
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a variation of
victimize.
Example Sentences
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"Today's sentence shows that fame and wealth do not place you above the law, and that fraudsters who victimise families to enrich themselves will be met with significant consequences," Buckley said.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
The barrister representing Lee Castleton, Flora Page, questioned whether this was an unwillingness to face the unpleasant truth that her conduct had helped the Post Office to victimise, many, many sub-postmasters.
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2023
"The presumption of innocence is a constitutional right. You cannot victimise or blame anyone."
From Reuters ● Sep. 6, 2023
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, head of the CoE and spiritual leader of the global Anglican communion, has urged Anglican church leaders not to victimise homosexuals.
From Reuters ● Apr. 21, 2023
In a turf transaction, either Spavin or Cockspur would try to get the better of his father, and, to gain a point in the odds, victimise his best friends.
From The Book of Snobs by William Makepeace Thackeray
