sexism
noun
sex·ism
ˈsek-ˌsi-zəm 
1
: prejudice or discrimination based on sex
especially
: discrimination against women
2
: behavior, conditions, or attitudes that foster stereotypes of social roles based on sex
Examples of sexism in a Sentence
the problem of sexism in language
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Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
When Avery asks for advice on succeeding in medical school, the doctor delivers cursory words of wisdom about navigating sexism in the workplace.
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Throughout the seasons, I’ve also been impressed by the show’s thoughtful take on real-world issues, including rampant sexism in the gaming industry, parental abuse and neglect, and the economic impact of the Covid pandemic.
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Sixty-three percent of Latinas between the ages of 18 to 29 say sexism in the workplace is a problem for them, per a study from Pew Research Institute.
—Alex Zaragoza, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2025
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Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
When Avery asks for advice on succeeding in medical school, the doctor delivers cursory words of wisdom about navigating sexism in the workplace.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 13 Mar. 2025
Throughout the seasons, I’ve also been impressed by the show’s thoughtful take on real-world issues, including rampant sexism in the gaming industry, parental abuse and neglect, and the economic impact of the Covid pandemic.
—G Kirilloff, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Sixty-three percent of Latinas between the ages of 18 to 29 say sexism in the workplace is a problem for them, per a study from Pew Research Institute.
—Alex Zaragoza, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2025
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“Sexism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sexism. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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sexism
noun
sex·ism
ˈsek-ˌsiz-əm
: distinction and especially unjust distinction based on sex and made against one person or group in favor of another
especially
: distinctions made against women
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