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    sexism
    /ˈsɛksɪz(ə)m/

    noun

    • 1. prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex: "sexism in language is an offensive reminder of the way the culture sees women"

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  2. www.britannica.com › topic › sexismSexism | Definition, Types, Examples, & Facts | Britannica

    Oct 15, 2024 · Sexism, prejudice or discrimination based on sex or gender, especially against women and girls. Although its origin is unclear, the term ‘sexism’ emerged from the ‘second-wave’ feminism of the 1960s through ’80s and was most likely modeled on the civil rights movement’s term ‘racism.’.

  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › SexismSexism - Wikipedia

    Sexism is prejudice or discrimination based on one's sex or gender. Sexism can affect anyone, but primarily affects women and girls. [1] . It has been linked to gender roles and stereotypes, [2][3] and may include the belief that one sex or gender is intrinsically superior to another. [4] .

  4. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › what-is-sexismWhat is sexism? Types, examples, and their impact

    Jun 30, 2021 · Sexism is prejudice or discrimination based on a person's sex or gender. Here is a guide to what sexism is, with examples and statistics.

  5. www.healthline.com › health › what-is-sexismWhat Is Sexism: Types, Causes, Impact, Tips to Cope - Healthline

    Apr 5, 2022 · Sexism is a type of prejudice or discrimination based on beliefs about a person’s sex or gender. Several different types of sexism exist, and each of them can have...

  6. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › sexismSexism Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of SEXISM is prejudice or discrimination based on sex; especially : discrimination against women. How to use sexism in a sentence.

  7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSEXISM | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    SEXISM definition: 1. (actions based on) the belief that the members of one sex are less intelligent, able, skilful…. Learn more.

  8. eige.europa.eu › publications-resources › toolkitsWhat is sexism? - European Institute for Gender Equality

    Definition: sexism. Sexism is linked to power in that those with power are typically treated with favour and those without power are typically discriminated against.