verb
- to describe or regard someone or something in a way that shows strong disapproval or marks them as shameful
Examples
- Society should not stigmatize people who seek mental health treatment.
- The media coverage stigmatized the entire community unfairly.
- She was stigmatized for her unconventional lifestyle choices.
- The disease has been stigmatized for decades, preventing people from seeking help.
- We must work to reduce the stigma rather than stigmatize those affected.
- His criminal record stigmatized him when he tried to find employment.