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victimize Synonyms

Another word for victimize

Choosing another word for victimize depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To single out a person or group for unjust, cruel, or harmful treatment.

Usage Example

"The new regulations were designed to protect employees who felt they were being victimized for reporting workplace safety violations."

Strongest
persecute
Strong
oppress
mistreat
ill-treat
maltreat
pick on
bully
harass
abuse
torment

• verb (Context 2)

To cheat, swindle, or take unfair advantage of someone through deception.

Usage Example

"Phone scammers often attempt to exploit elderly residents by posing as government tax officials."

Strongest
exploit
Strong
prey on
defraud
swindle
cheat
dupe
fleece
rip off
deceive

Opposites of victimize

The opposite of victimize shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

protect
defend
support
compensate
shelter
assist
See all opposites of victimize

• Nearby Words

victim
victimhood
victimization
victimize
victimizer
victimless
victor

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Victimize. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/victimize
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