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outcasting


Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of treating someone or a group of people as an outcast or pariah.

    - "Despite her brilliance, she was outcasted from the prestigious school due to her unusual behavior."
    - "The refugees were outcasted by the community, leaving them with no support or resources."
  • Noun

    A person or group of people who are rejected, shunned, or excluded from a particular society or group.

    - "The outcasts lived in poverty and isolation, shunned by the rest of the community."
    - "Despite their differences, the outcasts formed a strong bond and supported each other."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with outcasting
casting , pasting , fastening
Variants
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from of central casting , from/out of central casting , out of central casting
Etymology
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The term 'outcasting' originated from the Old English word 'outcasten,' which means 'to drive out' or 'to cast out.'


Trivia
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  1. The term 'outcast' comes from the Old English word 'outcaste,' which means 'an outcast or exile.'

  2. In medieval Europe, lepers were often outcasted from society and forced to live in isolated colonies.


Related Concepts
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  1. Social Exclusion: The process of denying people access to resources, opportunities, and participation in society based on their membership in a particular group.

  2. Discrimination: The unjust or prejudicial treatment of people based on their membership in a particular group, such as race, gender, or religion.


Culture
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In literature and art, 'outcasting' often refers to the social exclusion and discrimination faced by marginalized groups, such as the homeless, refugees, and people with disabilities. It is a theme that explores the human condition and the consequences of prejudice and intolerance.

How to Memorize "outcasting"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize 'outcasting,' imagine a person or group of people being rejected or excluded from a community or society.

  2. associate

    - To memorize 'outcasting,' associate it with the idea of social exclusion and discrimination.

  3. mnemonics

    - A mnemonic for 'outcasting' could be 'Outcasts Can't Stay Together,' which helps remember the meaning of the word.


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