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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The comment was in answer to how Friends, in its second resurgence in the streaming era, was receiving some criticism for some of its problematic elements, i.e. the lack of diversity, homophobia, sexism, etc.
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Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 7 June 2025
But many women say that many impediments remain and that sexism is common within the ranks.
—Maria Varenikova, New York Times, 18 May 2025
Years before Grossmont hired him as a top administrator, he was disciplined for racial slurs, sexism
Years before Grossmont hired him as a top administrator, he was disciplined for racial slurs, sexism
Do city leaders realize how harmful Balboa Park plan would be?
—Cathy Thomas, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2025
Facing an urgent need for more soldiers, Kyiv’s military is finally working to recruit more women, but sexism remains an issue in the ranks.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 19 May 2025
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Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 7 June 2025
But many women say that many impediments remain and that sexism is common within the ranks.
—Maria Varenikova, New York Times, 18 May 2025
Years before Grossmont hired him as a top administrator, he was disciplined for racial slurs, sexism
Years before Grossmont hired him as a top administrator, he was disciplined for racial slurs, sexism
Do city leaders realize how harmful Balboa Park plan would be?
—Cathy Thomas, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2025
Facing an urgent need for more soldiers, Kyiv’s military is finally working to recruit more women, but sexism remains an issue in the ranks.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 19 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for sexism
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“Sexism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sexism. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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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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