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ethnocentric

[ eth-noh-sen-trik ]

adjective

  1. Sociology. demonstrating a belief in the inherent superiority of one’s own ethnic group or culture:

    Sadly, an ethnocentric macho attitude is often mistaken for patriotism.

  2. viewing other ethnic or cultural groups through the lens of one’s own:

    Diversity of cultures helps to liberate us from the tunnel vision of an ethnocentric viewpoint.

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Other Words From

  • eth·no·cen·tri·cal·ly adverb
  • eth·no·cen·tric·i·ty [eth-noh-sen-, tris, -i-tee] noun

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Word History and Origins

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