victimism

English

Etymology

victim +‎ -ism

Noun

victimism (uncountable)

  1. A tendency to play the victim; the adoption of a victimized persona.
    • 2001, Janice G. Raymond, A Passion for Friends: Toward a Philosophy of Female Affection
      In this context, I am concerned that victimism does not become the basis of a woman's self-definition and disempowerment.

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