Definition
otherings
noun
- the process or practice of treating a person or group as fundamentally different from or inferior to oneself or one's own group
Usage: usually plural or used as a mass noun; academic and social sciences context
Examples
- The otherings of immigrant communities have deep historical roots in the country.
- Scholars study how media contributes to the otherings of minority groups.
- Otherings based on race, religion, or nationality remain a serious social problem.
- The novel explores the psychological effects of otherings on displaced persons.
- Educational programs aim to reduce otherings and promote understanding across cultures.
- Systemic otherings in the workplace can lead to discrimination and inequality.