Definition of sexism
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
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Examples of sexism in a sentence
the problem of sexism in language
Origin and Etymology of sexism
1sex + -ism (as in racism)
First Known Use: 1963
SEXISM Defined for English Language Learners
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: unfair treatment of people because of their sex; especially : unfair treatment of women
SEXISM Defined for Kids
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: distinction and especially unjust distinction based on gender and made against one person or group (as women) in favor of another
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