marginalization (/ˌmɑː.dʒɪ.nəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/)
noun · Advanced · Culture & Society
🔊 /ˌmɑː.dʒɪ.nəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Meaning
Meaning: pushing to society’s edge
The process of treating a person or group as unimportant and pushing them to the edge of society. It limits their power and opportunities.
Examples
🗣 The report described the marginalization of disabled workers who are often overlooked for promotion.
Etymology
From ‘marginal’, from Latin ‘margo’ (edge, margin), plus ‘-ization’.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in sociology and social-justice discussion.
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Tags: society, exclusion