Definitions for sexism
ˈsɛk sɪz əmsex·ism

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. sexismnoun

   discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of the opposite sex

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1. sexismnoun

   The belief that people of one sex or gender are inherently superior to people of the other sex or gender.

   The notion that either gender is smarter or stronger is sexism.

2. sexismnoun

   Unfair treatment or discrimination based on a difference of sex or gender.

   The fact that there is only one woman in a management position in that company makes it easy to believe that sexism runs rampant there.

3. sexismnoun

   Disadvantage or unequal opportunity arising from the cultural dominance of one gender over the other.

   In order to succeed in this company, women generally must acquire various masculine traits, which only points out the underlying sexism.

4. sexismnoun

   Promotion or expectation or assumption of people to behave in accordance with or deviate from a gender role.

   Hollywood contributes to sexism in our society by making and promoting violent films for men and romantic comedies for women.

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1. Sexism

   Sexism is prejudice or discrimination based on one's sex or gender. Sexism can affect anyone, but it primarily affects women and girls. It has been linked to stereotypes and gender roles, and may include the belief that one sex or gender is intrinsically superior to another. Extreme sexism may foster misogyny, sexual harassment, rape, and other forms of sexual violence. Gender discrimination may encompass sexism. This term is defined as discrimination toward people based on their gender identity or their gender or sex differences. Gender discrimination is especially defined in terms of workplace inequality. It may arise from social or cultural customs and norms.

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1. sexism

   Sexism is a form of discrimination or prejudice based on a person's gender or sex. It typically involves treating individuals differently, unfavorably, or less respectfully due to their biological or perceived gender. These attitudes can be institutionalized or systemic, often manifesting in bias, stereotyping, objectification, oppression, or violence. Though historically it has disproportionately affected women, sexism can target any gender.

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1. Sexism

   Sexism is prejudice or discrimination based on a person's sex. Sexist attitudes may stem from traditional stereotypes of gender roles, and may include the belief that a person of one sex is intrinsically superior to a person of the other. A job applicant may face discriminatory hiring practices, or receive unequal compensation or treatment compared to that of their opposite-sex peers. Extreme sexism may foster sexual harassment, rape and other forms of sexual violence.

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How to pronounce sexism?

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of sexism in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of sexism in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

Examples of sexism in a Sentence

1. Van Pelt:

   We are concerned about the never-ending narrative about 'electability' that seems to indicate that a candidate must be white and male to win, this notion has been knocked down repeatedly with the election of Barack Obama and, despite Russian interference and pervasive sexism, Hillary Clinton winning the popular vote in 2016.

2. Adrienne Elrod:

   I think so much of it is sexism, my guess is if it was a man who was in Kamala Harris role, he would not be nearly as scrutinized in terms of how he gave those answers as Kamala Harris was.

3. Bernie Sanders:

   The way we treat women in our country has been abysmal in almost every way. We are finally addressing the issue of sexual harassment, and we need to get it right, but the conversation we are having now is only the tip of the iceberg. It needs to be an ongoing movement of women and men that includes a national discussion about sexism, sexual harassment, objectification, inequality and abuse of power.

4. Bernie Sanders:

   We are fighting racism. We’re fighting sexism. We’re fighting homophobia. I think we should also be fighting ageism. Trust people, look at people, and say, ‘You know, this person is competent. This person’s incompetent.’ There are a lot of 40-year-olds out there who ain’t particularly competent.

5. Read More'It:

   The levels of sexism and racism are disheartening -- and examples have come out so openly now with incidents like swastikas in schools, it feels important to do something.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=sexism
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Sexism
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sexism
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=sexism