Invalidism: meaning, definitions and examples
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invalidism
[ ɪnˈvælɪdɪzəm ]
social issue
Invalidism refers to a condition or status of being regarded as disabled or incapable of engaging in certain activities due to health or physical limitations. This term also encompasses the societal attitudes and beliefs that impact how individuals with disabilities are perceived and treated. It often highlights the challenges faced by individuals as a result of societal barriers and misconceptions about disability.
Synonyms
disability, handicap, impotence.
Examples of usage
- The stigma surrounding invalidism can lead to isolation.
- He fought against the invalidism that limited opportunities for others.
- Invalidism often creates unnecessary obstacles in public spaces.
Translations
Translations of the word "invalidism" in other languages:
🇵🇹 invalidismo
🇮🇳 अमान्यता
🇩🇪 Invalidismus
🇮🇩 invalidisme
🇺🇦 інвалідизм
🇵🇱 inwalidyzm
🇯🇵 無効主義
🇫🇷 invalidisme
🇪🇸 invalidismo
🇹🇷 geçersizlik
🇰🇷 무효주의
🇸🇦 عدم الصلاحية
🇨🇿 invalidismus
🇸🇰 invalidizmus
🇨🇳 无效主义
🇸🇮 invalidizem
🇮🇸 ógyldism
🇰🇿 заңсыздық
🇬🇪 არაკეთილმოსურნეობა
🇦🇿 etibarsızlıq
🇲🇽 invalidismo
Etymology
The term 'invalidism' traces its roots back to the Latin word 'invalidus', meaning 'not strong' or 'weak'. The prefix 'in-' denotes negation, while 'validus' translates to 'strong' or 'powerful'. Historically, invalidism emerged in the language during the 19th century when discussions around disability began to gain prominence in social and medical contexts. This period saw a shift in the perception of disabled individuals, from being viewed primarily through the lens of their physical limitations to a more nuanced understanding of their experiences. However, the word also carries a heavy weight of social stigma, reflecting the negative attitudes that have often accompanied disability discourse. As language evolves, the implications of 'invalidism' continue to resonate in contemporary discussions on disability rights and inclusion.