Synonyms of stigmatize

stigmatize

verb

as in to label

usually disapproving to describe or regard (something, such as a characteristic or group of people) in a way that shows strong disapproval

a legal system that stigmatizes juveniles as criminals

Related Words

• label
• specify
• brand
• designate
• name
• call
• denote
• term
• nominate
• denominate
• title
• entitle
• tag
• style
• baptize
• dub
• christen
• misname
• relabel
• clepe
• nickname
• miscall
• rename
• mistitle
• rechristen
• surname
• code-name

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of stigmatize

In the City of Brotherly Love, Sirianni is stigmatized by the widespread perception of his limitations as an offensive strategist, and he’s often marginalized as a glorified caretaker of an operation fueled by an elite owner, rock-star GM, brilliant defensive coordinator and talent-rich roster. — Michael Silver, New York Times, 16 June 2026

There’ll be bits of the media, the right-wing press, for instance, who will have already put in some hard work stigmatizing asylum seekers or other groups of immigrants. — Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 12 June 2026

Many nurses reported hearing their colleagues using stigmatizing language and dismissive behaviors. — Karli Swenson, The Conversation, 11 June 2026

As a young adult, it is believed that Rosemary exhibited violent mood swings during a time when mental health was stigmatized. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026