Associations to the word «Racism»

Wiktionary

RACISM, noun. The belief that each race has distinct and intrinsic attributes.
RACISM, noun. The belief that one race or group of races is superior or inferior to another race or group of races.
RACISM, noun. Prejudice or discrimination based upon race.

Dictionary definition

RACISM, noun. The prejudice that members of one race are intrinsically superior to members of other races.
RACISM, noun. Discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of another race.

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley