Ageism Meaning in English
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Definition
Unfair treatment or stereotypes against people because of their age, especially older or younger people.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal, social, or workplace discussions about discrimination. Can refer to bias against both older and younger people, but most common about the elderly. Pairs with terms like 'combat ageism', 'suffer from ageism', or 'ageism in the workplace'.
Example Sentences
Ageism can make it hard for older people to find jobs.
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Fighting ageism helps create a fairer society for everyone.
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Many people do not notice ageism in advertising.
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Sometimes ageism is so subtle that people don’t even realize it’s happening.
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She spoke out against ageism in the tech industry.
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Ageism isn’t just about old people—it affects the young too.
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