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marginalize
 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb marginalize 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 marginalization1
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s somebody
    Something ----s somebody

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marginalize

Part of Speech

Verb

Senses and Usages

  1. To relegate or consign someone or something to a marginal or unimportant position or role.
  2. To treat or consider someone or something as insignificant or unimportant.
  3. To exclude or disregard a particular group or individual, especially on the basis of race, gender, or social status.
  4. To limit or reduce the importance, influence, or power of something.

Sample Sentences

  1. They will try to marginalize her efforts to bring about change within the organization.
  2. Historically, women have been marginalized in many societies.
  3. The company's decision to outsource labor has marginalized local workers.
  4. Racist ideologies aim to marginalize minority groups, perpetuating inequality.

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