noun
- a worldview or system that centers on or prioritizes male perspectives, experiences, and interests as the norm or standard
Usage: academic, social sciences; often used critically to describe bias in institutions, culture, or scholarship
Examples
- The historian argued that androcentrism in traditional scholarship had overlooked women's contributions to the field.
- Many feminist scholars critique androcentrism in religious texts and institutions.
- The curriculum was revised to address androcentrism and include diverse perspectives.
- Androcentrism in medical research has historically led to inadequate study of women's health issues.
- The film industry has been accused of perpetuating androcentrism through male-dominated storytelling.