cissexism

(noun)

The appeal to norms that enforce the gender binary and gender essentialism, resulting in the oppression of gender variant, non-binary, and trans identities; transphobia.

Related Terms

  • cisgender
  • misogyny

Examples of cissexism in the following topics:

  • Discrimination Based on Sex and Gender

    • The related term "cissexism" refers to the assumption that transgender people are inferior to cisgender people.
    • Both transphobia and cissexism have severe consequences.
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