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politically correct
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politically correct
adj. Abbr. PC
1. Of, relating to, or supporting broad social, political, and educational change, especially to redress historical injustices in matters such as race, class, gender, and sexual orientation.
2. Being or perceived as being overconcerned with such change, often to the exclusion of other matters.

political correctness n.

politically correct
adj
demonstrating progressive ideals, esp by avoiding vocabulary that is considered offensive, discriminatory, or judgmental, esp concerning race and gender Abbreviation PC
political correctness  n
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Adj.1.politically correct - exhibiting political correctness

politically correct
adjective PC, ideologically sound politically correct language about minority groups
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politically correct
politically correct adjpoliticamente corretto/a


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