noun
- subtle, often unconscious acts of discrimination or bias directed toward members of marginalized groups
Usage: psychology; sociology
Examples
- The workshop addressed common microaggressions in the workplace.
- Asking ‘Where are you really from?’ can be a microaggression toward people of color.
- She experienced daily microaggressions that made her feel unwelcome.
- The training helped employees recognize unconscious microaggressions.
- Microaggressions can have a cumulative negative impact on mental health.
- The study examined microaggressions faced by women in STEM fields.