1. to treat someone unfairly or make them suffer, especially by taking advantage of them
2. to make someone a victim of a crime or wrongful act

Examples

• Scammers often victimize elderly people by pretending to be their grandchildren.
• The company was accused of victimizing workers with unsafe conditions.
• Bullies tend to victimize students who seem vulnerable or different.
• Identity thieves victimize thousands of people each year.
• The new law aims to prevent landlords from victimizing tenants.
• Criminals often victimize tourists in crowded areas.
• She felt victimized by the unfair treatment at work.