racism

The word “racism” has 2 syllables: ra-cism

It's pronounced as /ˈreɪsɪzəm/

What is synonym and antonym for racism?

In the thesaurus, “racism” has 19 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for racism along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for racism

Jim Crow
apartheid
bias
bigotry
discrimination
eugenics
illiberality
intolerance
narrow-mindedness
narrowness
one-sidedness
partiality
prejudice
race-baiting
racialism
sectarianism
segregation
separatism
unfairness

Antonyms for racism

antidiscrimination
antiracism
antisegregation
assimilationism
desegregation
fairness
integration
tolerance

Meanings of racism

noun
1. Belief that there are distinct human races with inherent differences which determine their abilities, and generally that some are superior and others inferior.
2. The policies, practices, or systems (e.g. government or political) promoting this belief or promoting the dominance of one or more races over others.
3. Prejudice or discrimination based upon race or ethnicity; an action of such discrimination.

Example Sentences

The community leaders organized workshops to address and combat racism in their neighborhoods.
Advocates for social justice called for systemic changes to eradicate the roots of racism.
The documentary shed light on the historical impact of institutionalized racism on marginalized communities.
Education played a crucial role in challenging and dismantling ingrained racism within society.
Public figures used their platforms to speak out against acts of discrimination and promote awareness about the harmful effects of racism.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to racism, such as: Jim Crow, antidiscrimination, antiracism, antisegregation, apartheid, assimilationism, bias.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.