classism

[ klas-iz-uhm ]

noun

1. a biased or discriminatory attitude based on distinctions made between social or economic classes. classis.
2. the viewing of society as being composed of distinct classes. classis.

classism

/ ˈklɑːsɪzəm /

noun

1. the belief that people from certain social or economic classes are superior to others

Derived Forms

• ˈclassist, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of classism¹

First recorded in 1835–45; class + -ism

Example Sentences

The causes of this collective forgetting are rooted in historical politics of classism and sexism, Mathews' research suggests.

From Science Daily

"The disgraceful treatment of Azeem Rafiq by Yorkshire CCC was the tip of the iceberg, with racism, classism, sexism and misogyny found to be entrenched across the sport," Dinenage said in a statement.

From BBC

Sweetness in the Skin by Ishi Robinson is a coming-of-age story, a celebration of Jamaica that also examines its legacy of colonialism and classism.

From BBC

The report, published in June, said racism, sexism, classism and elitism are "widespread" in cricket.

From BBC

But if not for their connections and support as a group, would as many of these women have succeeded despite the obstacles presented by racism, sexism, classism and homophobia?

From Los Angeles Times