Stereotype
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British pronunciation/stˈɛɹɪˌə‍ʊta‍ɪp/
American pronunciation/ˈstɛɹiəˌtaɪp/, /ˈstɛɹioʊˌtaɪp/

Definition & Meaning of "stereotype"

Stereotype
01

a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

to stereotype
01

treat or classify according to a mental stereotype

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Example
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Racial stereotypes perpetuate harmful misconceptions and prejudices.
The negative portrayal of certain communities in the media can perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
The media's generalization of a certain community can perpetuate stereotypes and misconceptions.
Cultural appropriation can perpetuate stereotypes and harm racially.
Patriarchal attitudes perpetuate gender stereotypes and inequalities in various aspects of life.
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