microaggression
noun/ˈmaɪkrəʊəɡreʃn/
/ˈmaɪkrəʊəɡreʃn/
[countable, uncountable]- an act or remark that discriminates against one or more members of a minority group, either deliberately or by mistake; these kinds of remarks and behaviour
- Research has shown that microaggressions and unconscious bias have a negative impact on mental health.
- Examples of microaggression include making assumptions about people's abilities and preferences based on their race or gender.
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