Stigmatisation
noun
The action of describing someone or something as bad or shameful, which leads to them being treated differently.
The stigmatisation of mental health issues can prevent people from seeking the help they need.

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Neutral
social stigma,internalised stigma,stigma reduction
noun
The process of creating a stigma, often resulting in negative perceptions and social exclusion.
The stigmatisation of people living with HIV/AIDS has led to widespread discrimination.

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Formal
combating stigmatisation,cultural stigmatisation,institutional stigmatisation
noun
The action of describing someone or something as bad or shameful, which leads to them being treated differently.
The stigmatisation of mental health issues can prevent people from seeking the help they need.

Usage tips
Neutral
social stigma,internalised stigma,stigma reduction
noun
The process of creating a stigma, often resulting in negative perceptions and social exclusion.
The stigmatisation of people living with HIV/AIDS has led to widespread discrimination.

Usage tips
Formal
combating stigmatisation,cultural stigmatisation,institutional stigmatisation
Definition 1 of 2

Context
Understanding the term often requires recognizing its social implications.
Stigmatisation is not just about labels; it impacts real lives.
Emotions
Discussing stigmatisation can evoke feelings of empathy or anger.
The emotional weight of stigmatisation is significant, especially for marginalized individuals.
Formality
Use in academic contexts to discuss social issues.
In formal writing, stigmatisation is often linked with public health and policy debates.
Context
Understanding the term often requires recognizing its social implications.
Stigmatisation is not just about labels; it impacts real lives.
Emotions
Discussing stigmatisation can evoke feelings of empathy or anger.
The emotional weight of stigmatisation is significant, especially for marginalized individuals.
Formality
Use in academic contexts to discuss social issues.
In formal writing, stigmatisation is often linked with public health and policy debates.
Context
Understanding the term often requires recognizing its social implications.
Stigmatisation is not just about labels; it impacts real lives.
Emotions
Discussing stigmatisation can evoke feelings of empathy or anger.
The emotional weight of stigmatisation is significant, especially for marginalized individuals.
Formality
Use in academic contexts to discuss social issues.
In formal writing, stigmatisation is often linked with public health and policy debates.
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