Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [het-er-uh-sek-siz-uh m]
- /ˌhɛt ər əˈsɛk sɪz əm/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [het-er-uh-sek-siz-uh m]
- /ˌhɛt ər əˈsɛk sɪz əm/
Definitions of heterosexism word
- noun heterosexism a prejudiced attitude or discriminatory practices against homosexuals by heterosexuals. 1
- noun heterosexism Discrimination or prejudice against homosexuals on the assumption that heterosexuality is the normal sexual orientation. 1
- noun heterosexism discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, practised by heterosexuals against homosexuals 0
- noun heterosexism discrimination against, insensitivity toward, or prejudicial stereotyping of, homosexuals by heterosexuals 0
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Parts of speech for Heterosexism
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heterosexism popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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