How to Pronounce "victimization"
word
ˌvɪktəməˈzeɪʃən
vik-tuh-muh-ZAY-shuhn
ˌvɪktɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən
vik-tih-my-ZAY-shuhn
Definition
Victimization is the act of treating someone unfairly or cruelly, often by making them a victim of crime, bullying, or discrimination.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌvɪktəməˈzeɪʃən
British English
ˌvɪktɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vik-tuh-muh-ZAY-shuhn
UK
vik-tih-my-ZAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
Victimization can happen in schools when students are bullied.
Workplace victimization is a serious problem.
Many victims struggle with the effects of victimization.
After reporting the crime, she experienced secondary victimization by unsupportive authorities.