victimise

/ˈvɪktəmaɪz/
verb
  1. To treat someone unfairly or cruelly because they are weaker or different.
    • In history, many groups have been victimised for their beliefs or appearance.
    • Some companies victimise employees who speak up about unsafe conditions.
    • The bully would victimise younger students in the schoolyard.
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