Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Cultural diversity refers to the presence of a variety of different cultures or cultural groups within a society. It recognizes and values the unique beliefs, practices, and customs that different groups bring.
Related terms
Multiculturalism: The belief in the equal coexistence and recognition of multiple cultures within a society.
The tendency to judge other cultures based on our own cultural standards, often leading to misunderstanding or bias.
Cultural relativism: The perspective that all cultural beliefs, practices, and values should be understood in their own context rather than judged against one's own culture.