sexism

Noun

Meaning

discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of the opposite sex

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

anti-semitism manliness discrimination bias nationalism inequality segregation prejudice injustice intolerance enmity masculinity bigotry misogyny fanaticism

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Antonyms

fairness girl power equal opportunity equal rights Gender Equality positive discrimination

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Hypernyms

discrimination favoritism favouritism

Hyponyms

chauvinism antifeminism male chauvinism sexual discrimination

Related terms

sex sexist

Phrases with the word

hostile sexism mere sexism fostering sexism involving sexism

Anagrams

missex

Examples

I was raised to believe that excellence is the best deterrent to racism or sexism. And that's how I operate my life. Oprah Winfrey

Sexism is not the fault of women - kill your fathers, not your mothers. Robin Morgan

While sexism hurts women most intimately, it also damages men severely. Kathleen Hanna

Sexism is discounting the female experience of powerlessness; the new sexism is discounting the male experience of powerlessness. Warren Farrell

The rules of sexism do not free men from the terror of violence; they only keep men from complaining about it. Warren Farrell

I indicate to the Leader of the Opposition that the government is not dying of shame-my father did not die of shame. What the Leader of the Opposition should be ashamed of is his performance in this parliament and the sexism he brings with it. Julia Gillard

Close letter words and terms

sexine sexiness sexing sexist sexist boor sexist boyfriend