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Definition of transgenderism

transgenderism

/trænzˈdʒɛndərɪzəm/
trans · gen · der · ism
Adjective:transgender
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• noun

1

The state, condition, or quality of having a gender identity or gender expression that differs from the sex assigned at birth.

Example

"Early sociological studies often used the term transgenderism when examining diverse gender identities across cultures."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In contemporary usage, the suffix '-ism' in 'transgenderism' is often avoided by style guides and LGBTQ+ advocates because it can imply an ideology or medical condition; phrases such as 'being transgender' or 'transgender identity' are generally preferred in neutral and respectful contexts.

• Nearby Words

transfusion
transgender
transgendered
transgenderism
transglobal
transgress
transgression

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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