Immigrant

usgb/ˈɪmɪɡrənt/
noun

A person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country.

My grandparents were immigrants from Italy to America in the 1920s.
Visual representation of "immigrant" - A person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country.

Often appears as...

  • legal immigrant
  • illegal immigrant
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Cultural Sensitivity

Use 'immigrant' respectfully to refer to people moving countries, avoiding negative connotations or stereotypes.

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Immigrants contribute diverse perspectives to our community.
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Not Always Permanent

'Immigrant' generally implies permanence but can also refer to those who later return to their country.

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After decades of success, the prosperous immigrant decided to return home.
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Avoid Assumptions

Do not assume legal status or reasons for migrating when referring to someone as an immigrant.

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Immigrants come from varied backgrounds and have different stories.
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