racist

[ˈreɪsɪst]

racist Definition

a person who believes that a particular race is superior to another, and who discriminates against or is prejudiced towards people of other races.

Using racist: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "racist" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was accused of being a racist after making derogatory comments about immigrants.

  • Example

    The company has a zero-tolerance policy towards racist behavior.

  • Example

    Racism is a serious problem that affects many people around the world.

racist Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for racist

Antonyms for racist

Phrases with racist

  • patterns of discrimination based on race that have become established within an organization or society

    Example

    Institutional racism can be seen in the disproportionate number of black people in prison compared to white people.

  • discrimination against members of a dominant or majority group, perceived as prejudice against a minority or marginalized group

    Example

    Some argue that affirmative action policies are a form of reverse racism against white people.

  • casual racism

    everyday instances of racism that are often dismissed as harmless or trivial

    Example

    Making jokes about someone's race is an example of casual racism.

📌

Summary: racist in Brief

The term 'racist' [ˈreɪsɪst] refers to a person who believes in the superiority of one race over another and discriminates or holds prejudice against people of other races. It can be used as both a noun and an adjective. Examples include 'He was accused of being a racist after making derogatory comments about immigrants.' and 'Racism is a serious problem that affects many people around the world.' The term extends into phrases like 'institutional racism,' 'reverse racism,' and 'casual racism.'

How do native speakers use this expression?