Inclusive Language Practices

noun a person who is partially or totally unable to use one or more limbs

verb cause someone to become unable to move or walk properly

• The accident left him permanently crippled and unable to walk without assistance.
• She was worried that her injury would cripple her chances of playing in the upcoming game.
• I heard that new policy is going to cripple our ability to get things done efficiently.
• The lack of funding could cripple the project before it even gets off the ground.

noun the action or state of including or of being included within a group or structure

adjective involving or relating to the action or state of including or of being included within a group or structure

• The company promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• We believe in inclusion and making sure everyone feels welcome.
• Inclusion is key to creating a chill vibe in our group.
• Inclusion is like adding all the colors to a beautiful painting.

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase that refers to the speaker or writer, such as 'she', 'him', 'they', etc.

• She always takes care of hirself before helping others.
• She knows how to look out for hirself in any situation.
• She's got to learn to stand up for hirself when people try to push her around.
• In order to truly grow, one must learn to be comfortable with hirself.

adjective describing a language, policy, or practice that includes all genders and avoids discrimination based on gender

preposition used before a noun to indicate inclusivity of all genders

• The company has implemented gender-inclusive policies to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.
• Let's make sure the event is gender-inclusive so everyone feels welcome to participate.
• I love that this clothing brand is all about being gender-inclusive, it's so cool!
• In order to create a truly gender-inclusive society, we must challenge traditional norms and stereotypes.

noun a person or thing that is androgynous or has characteristics of both sexes

adjective having characteristics of both sexes or neither sex; of indeterminate sex

• The epicene fashion trend has gained popularity among designers and consumers alike.
• I love how epicene clothing allows for more versatility in my wardrobe.
• That outfit is so epicene, I can't tell if it's meant for men or women!
• The artist's music was described as epicene, blurring the lines between genres and appealing to a wide audience.

adjective a term used to describe discrimination, prejudice, or bias against individuals with disabilities

• The use of ableist language in professional settings is not acceptable.
• Don't make ableist jokes, it's not cool.
• Using ableist terms is just ignorant.
• Her attitude towards people with disabilities is deeply ableist.