stereotyped
Meanings
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Noun
A belief or opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience, but is repeated over and over. It is a preconceived notion or an oversimplified understanding of a particular group or situation.
- "The stereotype that all Italians love pizza is not based on fact."
- "Racial stereotypes have been used to justify discrimination and prejudice."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with stereotypedstereotype , microtype , monotype , prototype
Variants
List of all variants of stereotyped that leads to same resultstereotyped , stereotype , stereotyper , stereotypers , stereotypes , stereotyping
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.The term 'stereotype' originated in the printing industry, where a stereotype plate was used to produce multiple identical copies of a printed work.
Trivia
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The term 'stereotype' was first used in the printing industry in the late 18th century.
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Stereotypes can be found in many forms of media, including movies, television shows, and literature.
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Stereotypes can be harmful and can perpetuate discrimination and prejudice, but they can also be used for comedic effect.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Prejudice: A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience and is usually unfavorable. Prejudice can lead to stereotypes and discrimination.
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Discrimination: The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, based on their membership of a certain group or class.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Stereotypes have been a part of human society for centuries and have been used to perpetuate prejudice and discrimination against various groups based on race, gender, religion, and other factors. They have been addressed in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression.
How to Memorize "stereotyped"
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visualize
- Imagine a set of identical molds used to create multiple copies of the same object. This is what a stereotype is - a fixed, unchanging image or belief.
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associate
- Associate the word 'stereotype' with the idea of a preconceived notion or belief that is not based on fact.
- Think of a stereotype as a simplified and often inaccurate representation of a group or situation. -
mnemonics
- Use the acronym STEREO to remember the definition of stereotype: Simplified, Traditional, Exaggerated, Repeated, and Often Inaccurate.
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