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marginalise

 

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Verb marginalise has 1 sense
  1. marginalize, marginalise - relegate to a lower or outer edge, as of specific groups of people; "We must not marginalize the poor in our society"
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    Derived form: noun marginalisation1
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Term: Marginalize

Description:

Marginalize is a verb that refers to the act of relegating someone or something to a position of lesser importance, influence, or power within a particular society, group, or context. When someone is marginalized, they are often pushed to the edges or margins, thus being excluded or disadvantaged in some way.

Sample sentences:

1. The new government policies have the potential to further marginalize vulnerable communities.

2. In the workplace, it is important to avoid behavior that marginalizes individuals based on their gender or ethnicity.

3. The limited access to education in rural areas continues to marginalize the children living there.

4. By only considering the opinions of a select few, the committee unintentionally tends to marginalize the voices of other members.

5. The media's consistent representation of certain stereotypes only serves to further marginalize already marginalized groups.

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