Pronunciation: /ˈsɛksɪst/
noun a person who holds sexist beliefs or engages in sexist behavior
A1 A sexist is someone who discriminates against people based on their gender.
A2 I heard that the new boss is a sexist and treats women unfairly in the workplace.
B1 The movie was criticized for its sexist portrayal of female characters.
B2 Many people believe that the company's hiring practices are sexist and need to be changed.
C1 The politician's remarks were deemed sexist and caused a public outcry.
C2 It is important to address and challenge sexist attitudes and behaviors in society.
adjective a term used to describe attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors that discriminate against individuals based on their gender
A1 Some people believe that certain jokes can be sexist.
A2 She was offended by the sexist comments made by her coworker.
B1 The company has a zero-tolerance policy for sexist behavior in the workplace.
B2 The movie received criticism for its sexist portrayal of female characters.
C1 The author's novel was accused of being subtly sexist in its depiction of gender roles.
C2 The politician faced backlash for his overtly sexist remarks during the debate.
formal The company's policy on gender discrimination aims to eliminate any sexist behavior in the workplace.
informal I can't believe he made such a sexist comment during the meeting.
slang That joke was so sexist, dude.
figurative Her outdated views on gender roles are like a sexist relic from the past.
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