age·ism also ag·ism (  j z  m)n. Discrimination based on age, especially prejudice against the elderly. age ist adj. & n. |
ageism, agism [ˈeɪdʒɪzəm]
n
(Sociology) discrimination against people on the grounds of age; specifically, discrimination against the elderly
ageist , agist adj
ageism, agism
discrimination on the basis of age, especially against older people.
See also: Age, Discrimination
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | ageism - discrimination against middle-aged and elderly people discrimination, favoritism, favouritism - unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice |
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