racial
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for racial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Relating to race or a particular racial group.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use racial
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Formed from "race" plus the adjective suffix "-ial."
Full origin of racial →Frequently asked questions
What does “racial” mean?
The word “racial” means relating to race or a particular racial group. In plain terms, describes anything to do with race — differences, tension, discrimination, and so on.
How do you pronounce “racial”?
“Racial” is pronounced RAY-shuhl (/ˈɹeɪʃəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “racial” in a sentence?
Here is “racial” used in a sentence: “The report examined racial disparities in healthcare access.”
What part of speech is “racial”?
“Racial” is an adjective.
Is “racial” a common word?
“Racial” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between 'racial' and 'racist'?
'Racial' is a neutral adjective meaning relating to race or a racial group, as in 'racial diversity' or 'racial identity.' 'Racist' describes prejudice, discrimination, or hostility based on race, so the two words are not interchangeable.
What is the difference between 'racial' and 'ethnic'?
'Racial' relates to race, often defined by broad physical characteristics, while 'ethnic' relates to ethnicity, which is based on shared culture, language, ancestry, or nationality. A person's racial and ethnic identities can overlap but are not the same thing.
Is 'racial' an offensive word?
'Racial' itself is a neutral, descriptive term and is not offensive; it appears in respectful contexts such as 'racial harmony' and 'racial heritage.' Any offence usually comes from the word paired with it, as in 'racial slur,' rather than from 'racial' alone.