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racism

UK
/ˈreɪ.sɪ.zəm/
US
/ˈreɪ.sɪ.zəm/

Translations

racismnoun
racisms
pl
Racism has been a persistent issue in many societies throughout history.
Le racisme est un problème persistant dans de nombreuses sociétés à travers l’histoire.
Synonyms
racial discrimination
racial prejudice
bigotry
intolerance
sectarianism
xenophobia
ethnic discrimination
racismadjective
UK
/ˈreɪ.sɪ.zəm/
US
/ˈreɪ.sɪ.zəm/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "racism allegations"), functioning like an adjective.
racisteRelatif au racisme.
The committee issued a report on racism incidents at the university.
Le comité a publié un rapport sur des incidents racistes à l’université.

Definitions

racismnoun
The belief that different races possess distinct characteristics, abilities, or qualities, which can be used to distinguish them as inferior or superior to one another.
Racism has been a persistent issue in many societies throughout history.
Prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one's own race is superior.
The company implemented new policies to combat racism in the workplace.
A system of advantage based on race, where societal structures and institutions perpetuate racial inequalities.
Activists are working to dismantle systemic racism in the education system.
racismadjective
Relating to, characterized by, or exhibiting racism.
The committee issued a report on racism incidents at the university.
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