sexism

Definition

The belief that people of one sex (or gender) are inherently different from those of another sex, and generally that one sex is superior to others.

Etymology

From sex + -ism.

Example Sentences

• "The notion that either gender is superior is sexism."
• "The fact that there is only one woman in a management position in that company makes it easy to believe that sexism runs rampant there."
• "The sexism of making and promoting violent films for men and romantic comedies for women."

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