Stereotypes

Definition

Stereotypes are oversimplified generalizations about groups of people that may or may not reflect reality. They can involve attributes related to race, ethnicity, gender, and more, affecting perceptions and interactions.

Related terms

Prejudice:

A preconceived opinion or feeling, often negative, towards a person or group without sufficient knowledge, thought, or reason.

Discrimination:

Unjust treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Socialization:

The process through which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and norms of their culture and society to function as its members