B2nounformalsocietywork
US/ˈsek.sɪ.zəm/
UK/ˈsek.sɪ.zəm/
unfair treatment of people, usually women, because of their sex, or the belief that one sex is better
In context
Many women say they have experienced sexism in the workplace, from lower pay to unfair promotion.
The advertisement was criticized for sexism and removed after public complaints.
Education is one of the best ways to reduce sexism in society.
Words that go with sexism
verb + preposition
- accuse of sexismThe manager was accused of sexism by two employees.
adjective + noun
- everyday sexismEveryday sexism often goes unnoticed.
- institutional sexismThe report found evidence of institutional sexism.
verb + noun
- combat sexismThe campaign aims to combat sexism in sport.
- face sexismFemale engineers sometimes face sexism from colleagues.
noun + preposition
- sexism in the workplaceSexism in the workplace is still common in some industries.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a sexismCorrect: sexism
Incorrect:
He is sexism.Correct: He is sexist.