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classism

[ klas-iz-uhm ]

noun

  1. a biased or discriminatory attitude based on distinctions made between social or economic classes. classis.
  2. the viewing of society as being composed of distinct classes. classis.


classism

/ ˈklɑːsɪzəm /

noun

  1. the belief that people from certain social or economic classes are superior to others


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Derived Forms

  • ˈclassist, adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of classism1

First recorded in 1835–45; class + -ism

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Example Sentences

The cases they cover obliquely comment on structural misogyny, with a smattering of moments where structural classism and racism brush up against the stories of the victims and their killers.

From Vox

They understood the interconnectedness of humanity, and in particular concerning voting rights, how classism and racism were at work to create barriers.

From Time

As the young woman wrestles with what it means to be free, a notion made more complicated by time spent in Haiti, Kaitlyn Greenidge weaves together an intricate narrative about colorism, classism and community.

From Time

I was part of a political movement that was very focused on classism and racism.

From Time

Man Repeller The women’s style blog Man Repeller, which was first published in 2010 by Leandra Medine Cohen, shut down its site on October 19 following allegations of racism and classism against the founder and the publication.

From Digiday

The rule of law, you see, buckles, bends and sometimes crumbles under the weight of racism, sexism, and classism.

“Mainstream feminism is riddled with classism, racism, and sexual orientation discrimination,” she wrote.

You starred on Entourage, but also seem to be cognizant of classism.

Be aware of racism, classism, sexism, heterosexism, cissexism, ableism, and other issues of privilege and oppression.

Not a bad run for a subtle commentary on South Korean classism.

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