ethnicity

[eθˈnɪsəti]

ethnicity Definition

  • 1the fact or state of belonging to a social group that has a common national or cultural tradition
  • 2a particular ethnic affiliation or group

Using ethnicity: Examples

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

  • Example

    She is proud of her African ethnicity.

  • Example

    The country has a diverse mix of ethnicities and cultures.

  • Example

    The government recognizes the rights of all ethnicities in the country.

ethnicity Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ethnicity

Phrases with ethnicity

  • ethnicity-based discrimination

    discrimination based on a person's ethnic background

    Example

    The company was sued for ethnicity-based discrimination in their hiring practices.

  • ethnicity-based violence

    violence directed towards a particular ethnic group

    Example

    The country experienced a wave of ethnicity-based violence after the election.

  • ethnicity-based politics

    political activities that are influenced by a person's ethnic background

    Example

    The country's history is marked by ethnicity-based politics and conflicts.

Origins of ethnicity

from Greek 'ethnos', meaning 'nation'

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Summary: ethnicity in Brief

'Ethnicity' [eθˈnɪsəti] refers to the fact or state of belonging to a social group with a common national or cultural tradition. It can also refer to a particular ethnic affiliation or group. Examples include 'She is proud of her African ethnicity.' and 'The country has a diverse mix of ethnicities and cultures.' Phrases like 'ethnicity-based discrimination' and 'ethnicity-based politics' describe negative and positive aspects of ethnicity.

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