cultural diversity
Americannoun
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the cultural variety and cultural differences that exist in the world, a society, or an institution.
Dying languages and urbanization are threats to cultural diversity.
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the inclusion of diverse people in a group or organization.
to embrace cultural diversity in the workplace.
Etymology
Origin of cultural diversity
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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Three years later, Robinson and Meeropol collaborated on “The House I Live In,” which espoused similar values of patriotism and racial, religious and cultural diversity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
At first, the immigrant teachers provided my children with useful lessons about the core beliefs and practices of Islam, and my children enjoyed exploring the cultural diversity of the families there.
From Salon ● Jun. 1, 2026
Known for its cultural diversity, the city remained one of the most significant urban centers in the region until it was abandoned around 275/280 CE.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 5, 2026
Ogala feels AI would address such homogenisation and benefit African musicians by revealing to the world more of the continent’s cultural diversity.
From BBC ● Nov. 16, 2024
My grandfather, who’d worked throughout Africa as a missionary, would often share the truth with me about the tremendous cultural diversity that lies within the continent.
From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore
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