ageism
pronunciation
How to pronounce ageism in British English:
UK ['eɪdʒɪzəm]
How to pronounce ageism in American English:
US ['eɪdʒɪzəm]
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- Noun:
- discrimination against middle-aged and elderly people
Word Origin
- ageism (n.)
- "discrimination against people based on age," coined 1969 by U.S. gerontologist Dr. Robert N. Butler, from age + -ism, on pattern of racism, sexism. Related: Ageist.
Example
- 1. Many women feel ageism is obstructing their career ambitions .
- 2. The analysis found that people in the south-east of England were more likely to have experienced ageism .
- 3. HIV stigma within gay communities is expressed through social exclusion , ageism , rejection , violence , and discrimination based on physical appearance .
- 4. An updated wardrobe , newer hairstyle , or current cultural references could hedge against ageism , or they could make you look silly .
- 5. A 49-year-old underwear model has accused the fashion industry of ageism as she says she can no longer get any work because she looks too young .