victimize
The word “victimize” has 3 syllables: vic-tim-ize
It's pronounced as /ˈvɪktəˌmaɪz/
What is synonym and antonym for victimize?
In the thesaurus, “victimize” has 78 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for victimize along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for victimize
- bamboozle
- beat
- betray
- bilk
- bitch
- bleed
- burn
- cheat
- chisel
- chouse
- clip
- con
- cozen
- deceive
- defraud
- diddle
- discriminate against
- do
- do in
- double-cross
- dupe
- euchre
- exploit
- extort
- fast-talk
- fiddle
- fleece
- flimflam
- fool
- gaff
- gouge
- gull
- have it in for
- hoax
- hoodwink
- hose
- hustle
- immolate
- milk
- mulct
- nick
- nobble
- overcharge
- persecute
- pick on
- pigeon
- pluck
- prey on
- ream
- rip off
- rook
- rope in
- screw
- sell a bill of goods to
- set up
- shake down
- short
- shortchange
- skin
- skunk
- snow
- soak
- squeeze
- stack the deck
- stick
- stiff
- sting
- sucker
- swindle
- take advantage of
- take for a ride
- take to the cleaners
- thimblerig
- trick
- use
- wrench
- wrest
- wring
Antonyms for victimize
- aid
- assist
- be honest
- give
- help
- protect
Meanings of victimize
- verb
- To make someone a victim or sacrifice.
- To punish someone unjustly.
- To swindle or defraud someone.
Example Sentences
- Bullies often victimize those who appear different or vulnerable.
- The law aims to protect consumers and not victimize small businesses.
- She felt the system would victimize her no matter what she did.
- Scammers frequently victimize the elderly through fake phone calls.
- It is wrong to victimize someone based on their beliefs or background.
On this page you'll find 84 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to victimize, such as: aid, assist, bamboozle, be honest, beat, betray, bilk.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
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