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What is sexism and misogyny?
Last edited Sat Jun 6, 2026, 06:49 PM - Edit history (1)
Sexism is a system of prejudice and discrimination based on sex or gender.
Misogyny is the outright hatred, contempt, or prejudice specifically directed at women.
In short, sexism is a broader ideology, while misogyny is a hostile behavior used to enforce it
Misogyny is the outright hatred, contempt, or prejudice specifically directed at women.
In short, sexism is a broader ideology, while misogyny is a hostile behavior used to enforce it
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sexism
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Misogyny
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