Racism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹeɪsɪzm̩/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Racism is a noun meaning Prejudice or discrimination based upon race or ethnicity; (countable) an action of such discrimination.
Meaning
Prejudice or discrimination based upon race or ethnicity; (countable) an action of such discrimination.
More Meanings
- The belief that there are distinct human races with inherent differences which determine their abilities, and generally that some are superior and others inferior.
- The policies, practices, or systems (e.g. government or political) promoting this belief or promoting the dominance of one or more races over others.
Example Sentences
Martin Luther King spoke out against racism.
It is altogether inaccurate to suggest that Europe is being indoctrinated with Fascism or Racism.
For, if racism against non-whites is morally wrong and unjustifiable, then how can racism against whites be morally right and justifiable?
In “Crazy for This Democracy” (1945), Hurston critiques the US government's racism at home and abroad, including its silence on the anticolonial movements in Africa.
Word Forms
- racisms
Synonyms for racism
Depending on context, synonyms include racialism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include racialism, racial, racially, ethnic, bigotry, colonialism.
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