ethnicity

noun

eth·nic·i·ty eth-ˈni-sə-tē

plural ethnicities

Synonyms of ethnicity next

: ethnic quality or affiliation

aspects of ethnicity

: a particular ethnic affiliation or group

students of diverse ethnicities

Examples of ethnicity in a Sentence

a university with a student body of diverse ethnicities

Recent Examples on the Web Other factors include workers' age and their ethnicity, among other variables. Don't miss these Something else that's returned to pre-pandemic levels? —

Steven Martinez, Journal Sentinel, 3 Sep. 2024 My generation wants to live in a world where ethnicity and nationality do not divide us, and countries work together to solve international issues. —

Rachel Foxman, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2024 These are states where policymakers diligently endeavor to recognize and respect differences along dimensions of race, ethnicity, religion and various preferences. —

Kimaya Basu, Baltimore Sun, 8 Aug. 2024 Opinions vary from person to person across genders, cultures, ethnicities and ages, says Mr Cavale. —

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