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racism

/ˈreɪ.sɪ.zəm/

racismnoun

racisms

Translations

расизм

Racism is a serious issue that needs to be addressed.

Расизм - это серьезная проблема, которую нужно решать.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

racial discrimination

racial prejudice

ethnic discrimination

racismadjective

/ˈreɪ.sɪ.zəm/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "racism allegations"), functioning like an adjective.

Definitions

Relating to, characterized by, or exhibiting racism.

The committee issued a report on racism incidents at the university.