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Definition of microaggression

microaggression

/ˌmaɪkroʊəˈɡrɛʃən/
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Plural:microaggressions
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Adjective:microaggressive
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• noun

1

A subtle, indirect, or unintentional comment or action that expresses a prejudiced attitude toward a member of a marginalized group.

Example

"The diversity workshop helped employees recognize how a seemingly harmless remark can function as a microaggression in the workplace."

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• Rhymes for microaggression

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1970 by Harvard psychiatrist Chester M. Pierce from the prefix 'micro-' (small) and 'aggression' to describe subtle, everyday indignities experienced by African Americans.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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