transgenderism

American  

[trans-jen-der-iz-uhm, tranz‐] / ˌtrænsˈdʒɛn dərˌɪz əm, ˌtrænz‑ /

noun

1. possession of a gender identity that is not congruent with the sex assigned at birth: often associated with, but not necessarily resulting in, gender dysphoria.

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Etymology

Origin of transgenderism

First recorded in 1960–65; transgender ( def. ) + -ism ( def. )

Example Sentences

The only difference between the headline and his actual speech being "transgender community" rather than simply "transgenderism."

From Salon • Mar. 4, 2023

Mr Justice Max Barratt said he accepted the case was not about the issue of transgenderism and was simply an application for a further injunction which he granted.

From BBC • Sep. 7, 2022

Ever since the US psychologist J Michael Bailey published The Man Who Would Be Queen in 2003, the study of transsexualism and transgenderism has been a highly sensitive and often explosive issue.

From The Guardian • Dec. 2, 2018

That transgenderism and transphobia exist is a fact.

From Slate • Jan. 26, 2018

Though some adults may face a steep learning curve about transgenderism, the younger generation - whether trans or not - seems to be dealing with it.

From Washington Times • Jun. 29, 2015