stereotype
0 antonyms and opposites of stereotype, grouped by meaning.
Noun — An oversimplified, fixed idea about a whole group of people, often unfair or inaccurate.
How to use stereotype
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed from French stéréotype, originally a printing term for a solid metal plate; the "oversimplified idea about a group" sense dates to Walter Lippmann's 1922 book Public Opinion.
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What does “stereotype” mean?
The word “stereotype” means an oversimplified, fixed idea about a whole group of people, often unfair or inaccurate. In plain terms, a generalized, often unfair label applied to a whole group, or the act of applying one.
How do you pronounce “stereotype”?
“Stereotype” is pronounced STEH-ree-uh-typ (/ˈstɛɹ.i.əˌtaɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “stereotype” in a sentence?
Here is “stereotype” used in a sentence: “The film leans on a lazy stereotype about small-town life.”
What part of speech is “stereotype”?
Depending on how it is used, “stereotype” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “stereotype” come from?
The word “stereotype” dates back to around 1922 and comes from French. Borrowed from French stéréotype, originally a printing term for a solid metal plate; the "oversimplified idea about a group" sense dates to Walter Lippmann's 1922 book Public Opinion.
Is “stereotype” a common word?
“Stereotype” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “stereotype” have?
“Stereotype” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an oversimplified, fixed idea about a whole group of people, often unfair or inaccurate.