The Opposite(Antonym) of “nonblack”
The antonyms of nonblack are black, Afro-American, and African American. These words describe people with different racial identities.
Explore all Antonyms of “nonblack”
- black
- Afro-American
- African American
Definitions and Examples of black, Afro-American, African American
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Of or relating to a dark color or complexion, typically that of people of African origin.
Example
She has beautiful black hair that shines in the sunlight.
Afro-American
A person of African descent living in the United States.
Example
My neighbor is an Afro-American who has lived in this neighborhood for over 20 years.
Key Differences: black vs Afro-American vs African American
- 1Black describes a physical characteristic of people with dark skin color.
- 2Afro-American and African American are complementary terms that describe people of African descent living in the United States.
Effective Usage of black, Afro-American, African American
- 1Respect Diversity: Use these antonyms to acknowledge and respect people's racial identities.
- 2Avoid Stereotypes: Avoid using racial stereotypes and generalizations when referring to people of different races.
- 3Promote Inclusion: Incorporate these antonyms in conversations to promote inclusion and diversity.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct meanings: Black describes a physical characteristic, while Afro-American and African American describe people of African descent living in the United States. Use these words to respect diversity, avoid stereotypes, and promote inclusion.
