Definition of sexism Sexism

/sɛˈksɪzʌm/ - [seksizum] - sex•ism

We found 8 definitions of sexism from 5 different sources.

What does sexism mean?

Noun Plural: sexisms
sexism - discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of the opposite sex
		discrimination, favoritism, favouritism unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice
		antifeminism, male chauvinism, chauvinism activity indicative of belief in the superiority of men over women

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sexism (Noun)
The belief that people of one sex or gender are inherently superior to people of the other sex or gender.
sexism (Noun)
Unfair treatment or discrimination based on a difference of sex or gender.
sexism (Noun)
Disadvantage or unequal opportunity arising from the cultural dominance of one gender over the other.
sexism (Noun)
Promotion or expectation or assumption of people to behave in accordance with or deviate from a gender role .

sexism
The belief or attitude that one sex is inherently superior to, more competent than, or more valuable than the other.

Sexism is discrimination based on the gender of a person -- looking down on people because they are male or female.

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sexism in sign language