Stigmatize

Stigmatize (V):

Pronunciation: /ˈstɪɡməˌtaɪz/

Word Meaning:

1. To describe or regard as worthy of disgrace or disapproval; to mark or characterize as disgraceful or shameful.
2. To mark or brand someone or something with a stigma or stigmata.

Uses in Sentence:

1. It’s unfair to stigmatize individuals based on their appearance or personal beliefs.
2. The media often stigmatizes mental health issues, perpetuating harmful stereotypes.
3. Being labeled as a criminal can stigmatize a person for life, affecting their opportunities and relationships.

Synonyms:

1. Brand
2. Label
3. Discredit
4. Tarnish
5. Vilify

Antonyms:

1. Absolve
2. Exonerate
3. Praise
4. Commend
5. Honor

Word Meaning in Hindi: अपमानित करना (Apamaanit karna) / उपद्रव लगाना (Upadrav lagaana)

Word uses in Hindi:

1. व्यक्तियों को उनके रूप या व्यक्तिगत विश्वासों के आधार पर अपमानित करना अन्यायपूर्ण है। (It’s unfair to stigmatize individuals based on their appearance or personal beliefs.)
2. मीडिया अक्सर मानसिक स्वास्थ्य समस्याओं को अपमानित करता है, हानिकारक स्टीरियोटाइप को बढ़ाता है। (The media often stigmatizes mental health issues, perpetuating harmful stereotypes.)
3. एक अपराधी के रूप में चिह्नित किया जाना एक व्यक्ति को जीवन भर के लिए अपमानित कर सकता है, जो उनके अवसरों और संबंधों को प्रभावित करता है। (Being labeled as a criminal can stigmatize a person for life, affecting their opportunities and relationships.)