stigmatism

[ stig-muh-tiz-uhm ]

noun

1. Optics. the property of a lens that is stigmatic.
2. Pathology. a condition in which stigmata are present.

stigmatism

/ ˈstɪɡməˌtɪzəm /

noun

1. physics the state or condition of being anastigmatic
2. pathol the condition resulting from or characterized by stigmata

Word History and Origins

Origin of stigmatism¹

1655–65; stigmat- ( stigmatic ) + -ism

Example Sentences

“The selective targeting of these high-profile individuals is designed to systematically chill others’ speech under the threat of legal harassment and social stigmatism.”

From Washington Times

Muslims in France have long complained of stigmatism in daily life, from being singled out by police for ID checks to discrimination in job searches.

From Seattle Times

Thibodeaux revealed to FOX Sports’ Joel Klatt on Wednesday he went to Oregon over Alabama because of the "stigmatism" related to education in Alabama.

From Fox News

“But the more we talk about mental health in the open, the more we put the stigmatism behind us, especially in sports. This is a big opportunity.”

From Seattle Times

If some Muslims feel a new layer of stigmatism, France’s other religions feel collateral damage.

From Washington Times