victimize

 
Pronunciation: /ˈvɪktɪmʌɪz/
(also victimise)

verb

[with object]
  • single (someone) out for cruel or unjust treatment: they are victimized by racism or discriminatory barriers

Derivatives

victimization

Pronunciation: /-ˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/
noun

victimizer

noun