sexism
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.sex·ism
noun \ˈsek-ˌsi-zəm\Definition of SEXISM
1
: prejudice or discrimination based on sex; especially : discrimination against women
2
: behavior, conditions, or attitudes that foster stereotypes of social roles based on sex
— sex·ist \ˈsek-sist\ adjective or noun
See Examples of SEXISM
- the problem of sexism in language
Origin of SEXISM
1sex + -ism (as in racism)
First Known Use: 1968
Rhymes with SEXISM
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