Stereotype
noun
A simplified and standard image or idea that people have about a person, group, or thing.
The stereotype of the typical American is someone who is loud and fat
Often appears as...
- gender stereotype
- cultural stereotype
verb
To believe unfairly that all people or things with a particular characteristic are the same.
We should not stereotype people based on their race or religion
Often appears as...
- stereotype somebody as something
- stereotype against
noun
A method for printing in which a whole page is cast in metal as a relief plate.
Stereotype is a conventional method used in the printing process
Often appears as...
- stereotype plate
- stereotype process
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A simplified and standard image or idea that people have about a person, group, or thing.
The stereotype of the typical American is someone who is loud and fat
Often appears as...
- gender stereotype
- cultural stereotype
verb
To believe unfairly that all people or things with a particular characteristic are the same.
We should not stereotype people based on their race or religion
Often appears as...
- stereotype somebody as something
- stereotype against
noun
A method for printing in which a whole page is cast in metal as a relief plate.
Stereotype is a conventional method used in the printing process
Often appears as...
- stereotype plate
- stereotype process
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Avoid Assuming
Remember stereotype is often an oversimplification and doesn't reflect everyone's reality.
Saying all teenagers are lazy is a stereotype that isn't fair to all.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotations
Stereotypes can be harmful and carry negative implications, be careful using them.
Using the stereotype of the absent-minded professor can be disrespectful.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be aware of cultural stereotypes, as they can offend or misrepresent others.
The stereotype of the 'spicy' Latina oversimplifies a diverse culture.
Pro Tip 1/3Avoid Assuming
Remember stereotype is often an oversimplification and doesn't reflect everyone's reality.
Saying all teenagers are lazy is a stereotype that isn't fair to all.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotations
Stereotypes can be harmful and carry negative implications, be careful using them.
Using the stereotype of the absent-minded professor can be disrespectful.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be aware of cultural stereotypes, as they can offend or misrepresent others.
The stereotype of the 'spicy' Latina oversimplifies a diverse culture.
Pro Tip 1/3Avoid Assuming
Remember stereotype is often an oversimplification and doesn't reflect everyone's reality.
Saying all teenagers are lazy is a stereotype that isn't fair to all.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotations
Stereotypes can be harmful and carry negative implications, be careful using them.
Using the stereotype of the absent-minded professor can be disrespectful.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Be aware of cultural stereotypes, as they can offend or misrepresent others.
The stereotype of the 'spicy' Latina oversimplifies a diverse culture.
Compare with
assumptionbiascharacterizationgeneralizationlabelpreconceptionprofilestigmatisation
Never forget "Stereotype"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
Video examples
Deep Sea Anglerfish Sex...
I mean, I hate to say, yeah, it's a bit stereotype but it's the stuff of nightmares. It really is. It's like you know you couldn't make it up, could you? But it does, it exists. But it's a monster, it is a monster. This one is called the snag tooth sea devil. I like the names of them as well. Look at that. They're very characteristic, aren't they? Very characteristic.
Video examples
The moral roots of...
i don't need to show of hands because we all have the same political stereotypes we all know that it's uh that it's bill in this case the stereotype corresponds to a reality it really is a fact that liberals are much higher than conservatives on a major personality trait called openness to experience people are high on openness to experience just
Video examples
All it takes is 10...
and the crazy thing is that everybody just assumes, that's the way life is, so we've just kind of got to get on with it. That's really not how it has to be. So I was about 11 when I went along to my first meditation class. And trust me, it had all the stereotypes that you can imagine, the sitting cross-legged on the floor,
Video examples
After Decades of...
starring john cho and cal pen this film plays officer in stereotypes of asian americans while challenging others you know my whole life i've just been scared of being one of those nerdy indian guys turned doctor but tonight got me thinking i mean there are far worse things in this world than being tapped for having
Video examples
What it's really like to...
and public transit, but that does not define me. Each of us are different and unique in our own way. However, there is not a lot of information out there on what an autistic life actually looks like, so people often resort to stereotypes.
Video examples
Can stereotypes ever be...
In this case, the model minority stereotype suggests that marginalized groups who are compliant, gentle, and respectful of white authority are deserving of tolerance, while groups that challenge the status quo are not.
Video examples
An inside look at...
break the stereotypes remove the labels think past and look past my journey has been emotional intellectual and deeply spiritual I've traveled thousands of miles interacted with and learned from
Video examples
History vs. Cleopatra -...
and later writers filled the gaps with rumors and stereotypes. We may never know the full truth of her life and her reign, but we can separate fact from rumor by putting history on trial.
Video examples
Why domestic violence...
and I'm here today because you all helped me. We tend to stereotype victims as grisly headlines, self-destructive women, damaged goods.
Video examples
Imagine Alien Life PIPE...
stereotypes yeah much better the universe now you know
Video examples
Deep Sea Anglerfish Sex...
I mean, I hate to say, yeah, it's a bit stereotype but it's the stuff of nightmares. It really is. It's like you know you couldn't make it up, could you? But it does, it exists. But it's a monster, it is a monster. This one is called the snag tooth sea devil. I like the names of them as well. Look at that. They're very characteristic, aren't they? Very characteristic.
Video examples
The moral roots of...
i don't need to show of hands because we all have the same political stereotypes we all know that it's uh that it's bill in this case the stereotype corresponds to a reality it really is a fact that liberals are much higher than conservatives on a major personality trait called openness to experience people are high on openness to experience just
Video examples
All it takes is 10...
and the crazy thing is that everybody just assumes, that's the way life is, so we've just kind of got to get on with it. That's really not how it has to be. So I was about 11 when I went along to my first meditation class. And trust me, it had all the stereotypes that you can imagine, the sitting cross-legged on the floor,
Video examples
After Decades of...
starring john cho and cal pen this film plays officer in stereotypes of asian americans while challenging others you know my whole life i've just been scared of being one of those nerdy indian guys turned doctor but tonight got me thinking i mean there are far worse things in this world than being tapped for having
Video examples
What it's really like to...
and public transit, but that does not define me. Each of us are different and unique in our own way. However, there is not a lot of information out there on what an autistic life actually looks like, so people often resort to stereotypes.
Video examples
Can stereotypes ever be...
In this case, the model minority stereotype suggests that marginalized groups who are compliant, gentle, and respectful of white authority are deserving of tolerance, while groups that challenge the status quo are not.
Video examples
An inside look at...
break the stereotypes remove the labels think past and look past my journey has been emotional intellectual and deeply spiritual I've traveled thousands of miles interacted with and learned from
Video examples
History vs. Cleopatra -...
and later writers filled the gaps with rumors and stereotypes. We may never know the full truth of her life and her reign, but we can separate fact from rumor by putting history on trial.
Video examples
Why domestic violence...
and I'm here today because you all helped me. We tend to stereotype victims as grisly headlines, self-destructive women, damaged goods.
Video examples
Imagine Alien Life PIPE...
stereotypes yeah much better the universe now you know
Example 1 of 10
Quote examples
Ryan Reynolds
Canadian Actor
It's funny, because there are so many stereotypes out there about actors and movie stars in general, but I've had a great opportunity to meet a lot of them, and maybe it's just because they don't behave that way around me, but I rarely see that kind of abuse of power.
Quote examples
Robert Redford
American Actor
I started as an actor in the theater playing a lot of character parts, and suddenly, I found myself in this place where it felt like I was getting locked into a kind of a stereotype, and it did bother me.
Quote examples
Nicolas Cage
Actor
The fact that 'Astro Boy' appealed to me as a boy in America was proof that the story and character transcend cultural stereotypes.
Quote examples
Maz Jobrani
American Comedian
Stereotypes exist because there's always some truth to stereotypes. Not always, but often.
Quote examples
Sofia Vergara
Colombian Model
I think I'm going to be stereotyped forever, but I'm not scared of being stereotyped.
Quote examples
Harold Evans
British Journalist
Attempting to get at truth means rejecting stereotypes and cliches.
Quote examples
Unknown
Character is the result of a system of stereotyped principles.
Quote examples
Danica McKellar
American Actress
It delights me that I don't fit the stereotype of an actress.
Quote examples
Janet Reno
American Public Servant
Stereotypes should never influence policy or public opinion.
Quote examples
Michael Patrick King
American Writer
Every character when born is a stereotype.
Quote examples
Ryan Reynolds
Canadian Actor
It's funny, because there are so many stereotypes out there about actors and movie stars in general, but I've had a great opportunity to meet a lot of them, and maybe it's just because they don't behave that way around me, but I rarely see that kind of abuse of power.
Quote examples
Robert Redford
American Actor
I started as an actor in the theater playing a lot of character parts, and suddenly, I found myself in this place where it felt like I was getting locked into a kind of a stereotype, and it did bother me.
Quote examples
Nicolas Cage
Actor
The fact that 'Astro Boy' appealed to me as a boy in America was proof that the story and character transcend cultural stereotypes.
Quote examples
Maz Jobrani
American Comedian
Stereotypes exist because there's always some truth to stereotypes. Not always, but often.
Quote examples
Sofia Vergara
Colombian Model
I think I'm going to be stereotyped forever, but I'm not scared of being stereotyped.
Quote examples
Harold Evans
British Journalist
Attempting to get at truth means rejecting stereotypes and cliches.
Quote examples
Unknown
Character is the result of a system of stereotyped principles.
Quote examples
Danica McKellar
American Actress
It delights me that I don't fit the stereotype of an actress.
Quote examples
Janet Reno
American Public Servant
Stereotypes should never influence policy or public opinion.
Quote examples
Michael Patrick King
American Writer
Every character when born is a stereotype.
Example 1 of 10
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension