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Marginalizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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marginalizing

 

[ ˌmɑːrdʒɪnəˈlaɪzɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

social context

Marginalizing refers to the process of pushing a particular group or individual to the edge of a society or social group, depriving them of equal participation and opportunities. It often involves the systematic exclusion of people based on their identity, background, or beliefs, leading to social, economic, and political disadvantages.

Synonyms

alienation, disenfranchisement, exclusion, isolation

Examples of usage

  • The policy was criticized for marginalizing minority communities.
  • Marginalizing certain voices can lead to severe societal consequences.
  • Efforts to address issues of marginalizing women in tech are increasing.
  • Activists are working to prevent the marginalizing of low-income families in urban planning.

Translations

Translations of the word "marginalizing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marginalizando

🇮🇳 मार्जिनलाइज़िंग

🇩🇪 Marginalisierung

🇮🇩 marginalisasi

🇺🇦 маргіналізація

🇵🇱 marginalizacja

🇯🇵 周辺化

🇫🇷 marginalisation

🇪🇸 marginalización

🇹🇷 marjinalleştirme

🇰🇷 주변화

🇸🇦 تَهميش

🇨🇿 marginalizace

🇸🇰 marginalizácia

🇨🇳 边缘化

🇸🇮 marginalizacija

🇮🇸 jaðarsetning

🇰🇿 маргинализация

🇬🇪 მარგინალიზაცია

🇦🇿 marginalizasiya

🇲🇽 marginalización

Word origin

The term 'marginalize' derives from the Latin word 'margo' meaning 'border' or 'edge'. It entered the English language in the early 20th century. The term gained popularity in sociological discussions during the civil rights movement, where it was used to describe the social exclusion faced by certain marginalized groups, including racial minorities, women, and the LGBTQ+ community. This historical context highlighted the need for awareness and action against social injustices, leading to a broader conversation about inclusion and equity in modern society.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,489, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.