English · Culture & Society
racism
/ˈreɪ.sɪ.zəm/
[/ˈreɪ.sɪ.zəm/]
prejudice based on race
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Prejudice, discrimination, or hostility directed against people because of their race or ethnicity. It can be expressed by individuals or built into systems.
Example
The campaign aimed to fight racism by teaching children to respect people of every background.
The campaign aimed to fight racism by teaching children to respect people of every background.
Etymology
From 'race' plus '-ism', first widely used in the early 20th century.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in social, political, and ethical discussion.