victimization

== English == === Alternative forms === victimisation === Etymology === From victim +‎ -ization or victimize +‎ -ation. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˌvɪk.tɪ.maɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/, /ˌvɪk.tɪ.məˈzeɪ.ʃən/ === Noun === victimization (countable and uncountable, plural victimizations) An act that victimizes or exploits someone. Adversity as a result of being a victim. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====