The victim
Example: The victim receives help after the accident occurs
Definition
"The victim" refers to a person who suffers harm, injury, loss, or death as a result of an accident, crime, or other adverse event. This term highlights the individual affected negatively by circumstances beyond their control.
Etymology
The term "the victim" originates from the Latin word 'victima,' which initially meant an animal offered in sacrifice. Over time, its meaning expanded to refer to a person who suffers harm or loss. Did you know that the original sense of sacrifice subtly hints at the suffering associated with being a victim?
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"The victim" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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