Stigmatic: meaning, definitions and examples

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stigmatic

 

[ stษชษกหˆmรฆtษชk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

social perception

Stigmatic refers to the characteristics or qualities associated with stigma, which is typically a mark of disgrace or infamy. It often relates to social disapproval or discrimination against particular individuals or groups based on attributes such as mental illness, race, or lifestyle choices. The term can describe both the individuals affected by stigma and the societal attitudes that perpetuate it. Understanding stigmatic qualities is important in addressing issues related to discrimination and promoting social acceptance.

Synonyms

disgraced, shamed, tabooed.

Examples of usage

  • The stigmatic views of mental illness often prevent people from seeking help.
  • He faced stigmatic treatment due to his unconventional lifestyle.
  • Stigmatic beliefs about addiction can hinder recovery efforts.

Translations

Translations of the word "stigmatic" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estigmatizado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฒเค‚เค•เคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช stigmatisiert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ stigma

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะธะณะผะฐั‚ะธะทะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ stygmatyzowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒ†ใ‚ฃใ‚ฐใƒžใƒ†ใ‚ฃใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท stigmatisรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estigmatizado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท stigmatize

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‚™์ธ ์ฐํžŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูˆุณูˆู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stigmatizovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stigmatizovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฑกๅๅŒ–็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stigmatiziran

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stigma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‚ะธะณะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒขแƒ˜แƒ’แƒ›แƒแƒขแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stigmatize

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ estigmatizado

Etymology

The term 'stigmatic' derives from the Greek word 'stigma', which initially referred to a mark or brand of a slave or a tattoo. Over time, it evolved to signify a mark of disgrace or infamy, representing societal prejudices against individuals or groups. The concept of stigma has deep sociological roots, emphasizing how society can ostracize people for their differences. The adjective 'stigmatic' has been used in various contexts, particularly in psychology and sociology, to highlight how stigma affects marginalized communities. It has become increasingly relevant in discussions about mental health, sexual orientation, and other identity factors, illustrating the social dynamics that contribute to exclusion and discrimination.