Synonyms for
Racism
Definition
Racism is the belief that some races are better than others and discrimination against people based on their race.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- racial prejudice
- racial discrimination
- systemic racism
- anti-racism
- combating racism
- fighting racism
- institutional racism
Word family
Usage note
Racism refers specifically to prejudice or discrimination based on race. While related, it is distinct from broader terms like prejudice or bigotry, which can apply to other group affiliations.
Example sentences
- Racism hurts people's feelings and is unfair.
- We should treat everyone equally, regardless of their race.
- Racism is not allowed in schools.
- It's important to speak out against racism.
- Racism can lead to violence and conflict.
Quotes
I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. - Martin Luther King Jr.
No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite. - Nelson Mandela
Racism is not an opinion, it's a crime. - Unknown