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Definition of Colorism
1. Noun. Prejudice or bias against persons on the basis of their skin color or complexion, often among persons of the same racial identification. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Colorism
1. coloring [n -S] - See also: coloring
Lexicographical Neighbors of Colorism
Literary usage of Colorism
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Pots and Pans: Or, Studies in Still-life Painting by Arthur Edwin Bye (1921)
"... new colorism—not that of the old masters —but of Manet, cool, bright, pure
and lustrous, enveloped not in shadow, but in a clear atmosphere and light. ..."
2. Critical Perspectives on Racial and Ethnic Differences in Health in Late Life by Norman B. Anderson, Rodolfo A. Bulatao, Barney Cohen (2004)
"... also referred to as "colorism" by Hall [1992]). Because perceived racism is
conceptualized herein as an umbrella term that includes prejudice and ..."
3. Wisdom for the Soul of Black Folk by Larry Chang (2007)
"1941 ~ Warriors Don't Cry, 1994 colorism, like colonialism, sexism, and racism,
impedes us. ~ Alice Walker, b. 1944 ~ The "differences" between "I" and ..."
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