Stigmatize
Pronunciation: /ˈstɪɡməˌtaɪz/
Stigmatize (verb)
- To treat a person or group as less acceptable because of a real or believed problem.
- To attach a negative label to someone, making others judge them unfairly.
- To publicly blame or condemn a person or behaviour, causing lasting negative reputation.
Examples
- People stigmatize those who fail to follow the rules.
- The community stigmatizes newcomers until they prove themselves.