Heterosexism

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  • noun. Discrimination or prejudice against lesbians, gay men, or bisexuals by heterosexual people.
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  • noun. The assumption made when relating to others that everyone is heterosexual.
  • noun. Discrimination against homosexuals, bisexuals and asexuals in favor of heterosexuals.
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  • noun. discrimination in favor of heterosexual and against homosexual people
    • Word Usage
    "What is significant in the term heterosexism is the fact that it describes discrimination and/or violence perpetrated by heterosexuals against those perceived to be in deviation from heterosexual norms."
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    Words that are more generic or abstract
    discrimination  favoritism  favouritism  
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    sexism  
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