marginalization

[ mahr-juh-nl-ahy-zey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of placing a person or thing in a position of lesser importance, influence, or power; the state of being placed in such a position:

   The social marginalization of overweight adolescents may further reduce their self-esteem and increase depression.

Word History and Origins

Origin of marginalization¹

marginaliz(e) + -ation ( def )

Example Sentences

Soraya Chemaly, author of the appropriately named "Rage Becomes Her," pointed out to me that other forms of oppression, like racism and homophobia, rely on marginalization.

From Salon

Furthermore, the practice is tightly bound to the seemingly intransigent social marginalization of women.

From Los Angeles Times

Because of the language’s marginalization, she was taught to understand her parents’ tongue but never to speak it.

From Los Angeles Times

His societal wound, while not attributable to any physical imperfection, is more apparent — the lived truth of marginalization.

From Los Angeles Times

L.A.’s Black day parties fill a need for belonging and for partying in peace without discrimination or marginalization.

From Los Angeles Times