victim (Meaning)

Wordnet

victim (n)

an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance

a person who is tricked or swindled

Webster

victim (n.)

A living being sacrificed to some deity, or in the performance of a religious rite; a creature immolated, or made an offering of.

A person or thing destroyed or sacrificed in the pursuit of an object, or in gratification of a passion; as, a victim to jealousy, lust, or ambition.

A person or living creature destroyed by, or suffering grievous injury from, another, from fortune or from accident; as, the victim of a defaulter; the victim of a railroad accident.

Hence, one who is duped, or cheated; a dupe; a gull.

victim Sentence Examples

  1. The detective worked tirelessly to bring justice to the victim of the crime.
  2. She became a victim of identity theft when her personal information was stolen online.
  3. The rescue team rushed to the scene to aid the victims of the natural disaster.
  4. The support group provides counseling and assistance for victims of domestic violence.
  5. In the courtroom, the victim bravely shared their testimony, seeking closure and accountability.
  6. The organization is dedicated to raising awareness about human trafficking and supporting its victims.
  7. The victim impact statement detailed the profound emotional and physical effects of the crime.
  8. The charity focuses on helping victims of war rebuild their lives and communities.
  9. The criminal justice system strives to ensure fair treatment and support for crime victims.
  10. Counseling services are available for victims of traumatic events to help them cope with the aftermath.

FAQs About the word victim

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fatality, casualty, prey, loss, loser,martyr, collateral damage,sacrifice, underdog

winner, victor, victor,winner, gainer, gainer, assassin,murderer, injurer, murderer

The detective worked tirelessly to bring justice to the victim of the crime.

She became a victim of identity theft when her personal information was stolen online.

The rescue team rushed to the scene to aid the victims of the natural disaster.

The support group provides counseling and assistance for victims of domestic violence.