How to Pronounce "victimless"
word
ˈvɪktəmɫəs
VIK-tum-luss
vˈɪktɪmləs
vik-TIM-luss
Definition
Describes an action, activity, or crime that is thought not to harm anyone, so there is no specific person who suffers directly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈvɪktəmɫəs
British English
vˈɪktɪmləs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VIK-tum-luss
UK
vik-TIM-luss
Listen in Context
Many people debate whether gambling is a victimless activity.
Some call graffiti a victimless crime, but others disagree.
Tax evasion is not a victimless act because it affects society.
Just because something seems victimless doesn’t mean it’s harmless.