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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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.
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Alex Zaragoza, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2025
Of course, as Hollywood’s #MeToo movement taught us, sexism isn’t always as overt as harassment.
—Lela London, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Beyond being a classic serial killer flick, the movie deals with sexism and the familiar pattern of women not being believed.
—Keith Langston, People.com, 1 Mar. 2025
Violence against women is rampant in India due to entrenched sexism and patriarchy, despite laws being amended to include more severe punishments for abusers.
—Esha Mitra, CNN, 22 Feb. 2025
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Alex Zaragoza, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2025
Of course, as Hollywood’s #MeToo movement taught us, sexism isn’t always as overt as harassment.
—Lela London, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Beyond being a classic serial killer flick, the movie deals with sexism and the familiar pattern of women not being believed.
—Keith Langston, People.com, 1 Mar. 2025
Violence against women is rampant in India due to entrenched sexism and patriarchy, despite laws being amended to include more severe punishments for abusers.
—Esha Mitra, CNN, 22 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for sexism
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“Sexism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sexism. Accessed 24 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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