xenophobias
/zɛnəˈfoʊbiəz/
NOUN
1. Fear and hostility toward foreigners
Feelings, attitudes, or instances of fear, distrust, prejudice, or hostility directed toward people perceived as foreign or belonging to different national or cultural groups.
1.1. National and cultural prejudice
Used to describe prejudicial attitudes or hostility toward foreigners, immigrants, or people from different cultural backgrounds, often involving excessive national pride or preference for one's own country.
Synonyms
- nativisms
- prejudices
- chauvinisms
- jingoisms
- racisms
- racialisms
Antonyms
- internationalisms
Examples
- Addressing and dismantling societal xenophobias requires a collective effort toward education and understanding.
- Advocacy groups strive to eradicate xenophobias by promoting empathy and breaking down cultural stereotypes.
- The counselor emphasized the importance of creating a welcoming environment to counteract xenophobias in the school community.
- International collaborations seek to bridge gaps and dispel xenophobias that may hinder diplomatic relations.
- By fostering a spirit of inclusivity, communities can work together to diminish xenophobias and embrace diversity.
Related Words
- discrimination
- ethnocentrism
- nationalism
- intolerance
- cultural bias
- anti-immigrant sentiment