racism
/ˈreɪsɪzəm/
noun
- The belief that some races of people are better than others, or unfair treatment of people based on their race.
- Education is key to fighting racism in society.
- Many people have experienced racism in the workplace.
- The school has a strict policy against racism.
- A system or set of practices that unfairly favors one race over others, often built into laws or institutions.
- Activists are working to end racism in the criminal justice system.
- The report examined how racism has shaped the country's history.
- Systemic racism can affect housing, education, and healthcare.
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