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victimize
[/ˈvɪktɪmaɪz/]
verb
vitimizar
1.
to treat someone cruelly or unfairly; to make someone a victim
The bullies victimized the new student at school.
Os valentões vitimizaram o novo aluno na escola.
2.
to single out for unfair or harsh treatment
She felt victimized by the unfair hiring process.
Ela se sentiu vitimizada pelo processo de contratação injusto.
3.
to exploit or take advantage of someone
Scammers victimize elderly people online.
Golpistas vitimizam pessoas idosas na internet.
Synonyms
exploit
oppress
persecute
abuse
mistreat
prey upon
Antonyms
protect
defend
support
assist
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
vitimizar
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
vitimizar
most common in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
vitimizar
standard European Portuguese usage
Brazil
prejudicar, explorar
alternative verbs with similar meaning depending on context
Related Idioms & Phrases
victimize someone for their beliefs
feel victimized by circumstances
victimize the vulnerable
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