bullycide

/ ˈbʊlɪˌsaɪd /

noun

1. the act or an instance of killing oneself intentionally as a result of bullying

Word History and Origins

Origin of bullycide¹

C21: from bully + (sui)cide

Example Sentences

Bullying has intensified to a level: “bullycide” is the new term used to identify youth bullying victims who commit suicide due to severe emotional distress perpetrated by their peers.

From Time

The other thing I think is that generally speaking, the narrative of “bullycide” is not helpful and misleading.

From Slate

Even the mean kids—so often lately the target of “bullycide” narratives—aren’t portrayed as ogres.

From Slate