stereotype

/stˈɛɹɪˌə‍ʊta‍ɪp/

/ˈstɛɹiəˌtaɪp/, /ˈstɛɹioʊˌtaɪp/

[noun] [verb]

Stereotype

[NOUN]

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

to stereotype

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

treat or classify according to a mental stereotype

synonyms : pigeonhole

stamp

Examples

1. Many women feel pressure to maintain a youthful appearance as they age due to the harmful stereotype that 'a woman is as old as she looks', which can lead to body image issues and low self-esteem.

2. Two conflicting stereotypes of housework exist in popular thinking today.

3. I try to appreciate the diversity of cultures and not let stereotypes influence my opinions, because a black plum is as sweet as a white one.

4. The saying 'a whistling woman and a crowing hen are neither fit for God nor men,' is an example of a stereotype that has been used to criticize women who defy traditional gender roles and expectations.