Racialism
(noun)
- Prejudice or discrimination based on race or ethnicity.
- The belief that race is the primary determinant of human traits and capacities, and that racial differences produce an inherent superiority of a particular race.
Origin:
Formed from the word "race" and the suffix "-ism".
Examples:
- The Civil rights movement fought against racialism and discrimination.
- Racialism and discrimination are still prevalent in many societies.
- The politician was accused of spreading racialism and racial hatred.
- Racialism is a form of prejudice and discrimination that has no place in society.
- Some scientists argue that racialism is not supported by scientific evidence.