classism

/ˈklæsɪzm̩/ · noun

Meaning

Discrimination or prejudice that is based on social class, especially against those of lower social class.

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Related words

class warfare(English)class struggle(English)racism of low expectations(English)colorism(English)casteism(English)professional class(English)anticlassism(English)colourism(English)ableism(English)heterosexism(English)ageism(English)sexism(English)

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Sources

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