sexist
Sexist (adjective) means discriminating unfairly against people based on their sex. Example: “The advert was pulled for being blatantly sexist.”
How to Use Sexist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes a person, remark, or policy that unfairly favors one sex over the other.
Word Forms
more sexist comparative, sexists plural, most sexist superlative
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Etymology
From sex + -ist, formed after sexism.
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What does “sexist” mean?
The word “sexist” means discriminating unfairly against people based on their sex. In plain terms, describes a person, remark, or policy that unfairly favors one sex over the other.
How do you pronounce “sexist”?
“Sexist” is pronounced SEHK-sihst (/ˈsɛksɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “sexist” in a sentence?
Here is “sexist” used in a sentence: “The advert was pulled for being blatantly sexist.”
What part of speech is “sexist”?
Depending on how it is used, “sexist” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “sexist” a common word?
“Sexist” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sexist” have?
“Sexist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: discriminating unfairly against people based on their sex.
What is the difference between sexist and misogynistic?
Sexist describes discrimination against people based on their sex generally, and can apply to bias against men or women. Misogynistic specifically refers to prejudice or hatred directed at women, making it a narrower term than sexist.
Can sexist behaviour be directed at men as well as women?
Yes. Because sexist means discriminating unfairly against people based on their sex, it can describe unfair treatment of men as well as women, even though the term is most often discussed in relation to discrimination against women.
What does it mean to call language sexist?
Sexist language refers to words or phrasing that unfairly discriminate against or stereotype people based on their sex, such as assuming a profession is only for one gender. It reflects the same core meaning of unfair, sex-based discrimination.