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ethnocentric
[ eth-noh-sen-trik ]
adjective
- Sociology. demonstrating a belief in the inherent superiority of one’s own ethnic group or culture:
Sadly, an ethnocentric macho attitude is often mistaken for patriotism.
- viewing other ethnic or cultural groups through the lens of one’s own:
Diversity of cultures helps to liberate us from the tunnel vision of an ethnocentric viewpoint.
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Other Words From
- eth·no·cen·tri·cal·ly adverb
- eth·no·cen·tric·i·ty [eth-noh-sen-, tris, -i-tee] noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of ethnocentric1
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