anti-Semitism

noun

an·​ti-Sem·​i·​tism
ˌan-tē-ˈse-mə-ˌti-zəm,
ˌan-ˌtī- How to pronounce anti-Semitism (audio)
variants or less commonly antisemitism
: hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group

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Everybody who wanted to make sure that they weren't accused of anti-Semitism, everybody who opposed Lindbergh's policy came down and pointed the finger of anti-Semitism at Lindbergh. CBS News, 1 Dec. 2024 The Neue Nationalgalerie brought on political scientist Saba-Nur Cheema and historian and author Meron Mendel to organize a symposium on anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and the war in Gaza that was set for the Sunday after Goldin’s opening. Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 25 Nov. 2024 Low or no inflation, energy independence, a closed border, lower crime, peace in the world, no tolerance for anti-Semitism, getting trans women out of women’s sports, respect for the our country and each other, etc. Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 14 Nov. 2024 In the face of rising anti-Semitism and hate speech, the program’s virtual format ensures that these important stories reach audiences far and wide, regardless of geographic or physical barriers. Linda Chase, Sun Sentinel, 30 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for anti-Semitism 

Word History

First Known Use

1880, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of anti-Semitism was in 1880

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“Anti-Semitism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-Semitism. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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