sexism
noun
sex·ism
ˈsek-ˌsi-zəm 
1
: prejudice or discrimination based on sex
especially
: discrimination against women
2
: behavior, conditions, or attitudes that foster stereotypes of social roles based on sex
Examples of sexism in a Sentence
the problem of sexism in language
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Riot has faced multiple issues — a 2018 report by Kotaku detailed a culture of sexism at the game studio, followed by a lawsuit that was finalized in 2023, resulting in a payout to around 1,600 women.
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Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
The subtle messages of sexism are passed down to us as generational wisdom, almost from birth.
—Tracy Wright, Fox News, 21 Oct. 2024
Often overshadowing their achievements, ageism and sexism cast doubts on their abilities and diminish the influence of women in this age group.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024
Multiple researchers found that hostile sexism, which encompasses perceptions that women’s advancement comes at a cost to men, was a significant predictor of votes for Donald Trump among men and women alike.
—Kelly Dittmar, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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Diego Argüello, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024
The subtle messages of sexism are passed down to us as generational wisdom, almost from birth.
—Tracy Wright, Fox News, 21 Oct. 2024
Often overshadowing their achievements, ageism and sexism cast doubts on their abilities and diminish the influence of women in this age group.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024
Multiple researchers found that hostile sexism, which encompasses perceptions that women’s advancement comes at a cost to men, was a significant predictor of votes for Donald Trump among men and women alike.
—Kelly Dittmar, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Sexism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sexism. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.
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sexism
noun
sex·ism
ˈsek-ˌsiz-əm
: distinction and especially unjust distinction based on sex and made against one person or group in favor of another
especially
: distinctions made against women
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