stigmatized

1 of 2

past tense and past participle of stigmatize

stigmatized

2 of 2

adjective

stig·​ma·​tized ˈstig-mə-ˌtīzd 

: regarded with disapproval : carrying a stigma

Scientists are reimagining some of the most stigmatized mental illnesses, such as drug addiction … and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as wiring problems.

—Alanna Mitchell

It [Mexican American history] reminds us of the crucial contributions that stigmatized minority groups made to the nation's economic growth, to the development of American culture and, above all, in helping the country realize its highest ideals of freedom and equality.

—Steven Mintz

Examples of stigmatized in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Workplace boredom is a common, stigmatized signal, not a flaw. — Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025

In many faith traditions, mental health can be a stigmatized topic, discouraging open dialogue for those struggling with issues like depression or anxiety. — Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025

Brents said the Sheri Ranch courtesans' effort is significant in a stigmatized industry in which its workers historically lay low and stay quiet. — CBS News, 13 Feb. 2026

Brents said the Sheri Ranch courtesans’ effort is significant in a stigmatized industry in which its workers historically lay low and stay quiet. — Jessica Hill, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1621, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stigmatized

• acclimatized
• aerosolized
• alphabetized
• aluminized
• anaesthetized
• anesthetized
• annualized
• antagonized
• apologised
• apologized
• capitalised
• capitalized