Ethnicity Vocab

The physical or social separation of different ethnic or racial groups, often resulting from discriminatory policies or attitudes.

• segregation
• integration
• discrimination
• diversity

A fear or distrust of people from different cultures or ethnic backgrounds, often resulting in discrimination or hostility.

• xenophobia
• discrimination
• prejudice
• racism

Cultural characteristics and identity that distinguish one group from another, often based on common ancestry, language, religion, customs, and traditions.

• Ethnicity
• Race
• Heritage
• Nationality

A categorization of humans based on physical characteristics such as skin color, facial features, and hair texture, which may or may not coincide with ethnicity.

• Culture
• Race
• Nationality
• Ethnicity

The process by which individuals or groups adopt the culture and customs of another group, often leading to the loss of their original cultural identity.

• Cultural integration
• Cultural segregation
• Cultural isolation
• Cultural assimilation

The coexistence of multiple cultural or ethnic groups within a society, where each maintains its distinct identity and practices.

• Cultural diversity
• Ethnic segregation
• Multiculturalism
• Ethnonationalism

The belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often leading to prejudice or discrimination against others.

• Ethnocentrism
• Xenophobia
• Cultural relativism
• Nationalism

A geographic area with a high concentration of people from a particular ethnic background, often characterized by shared cultural institutions and businesses.

• Ethnic enclave

• Ghetto

• Suburb

• Slum

Tensions, disputes, or violence between different ethnic groups, often stemming from historical grievances, competition for resources, or political power.

• Ethnic conflict
• Ethnic harmony
• Cultural celebration
• Racial harmony

A social group that occupies a subordinate status in society, often experiencing discrimination or unequal treatment based on characteristics such as ethnicity, race, or religion.

• Minority group

• Majority group

• Ethnic group

• Racial group