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Definition of antiracist

antiracist

/ˌæn.tiˈreɪ.sɪst/
an · ti · ra · cist
Plural:antiracists
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antiracist Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Opposed to racism and actively promoting racial equality and the elimination of racial discrimination.

Example

"The university implemented a new antiracist curriculum designed to foster inclusivity across all departments."

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• noun

1

A person who actively opposes racism and advocates for racial justice and equality.

Example

"As a committed antiracist, she spent decades organizing community workshops and advocating for civil rights legislation."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In contemporary sociological and political discourse, 'antiracist' is often distinguished from 'nonracist': whereas being nonracist implies a passive absence of racial prejudice, being antiracist involves actively identifying and dismantling systemic and interpersonal racism.

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• Nearby Words

antiquity
antirabies
antiracism
antiracist
antirape
antireligious
antiriot

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Antiracist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/antiracist
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