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Racial Synonym

A racial synonym refers to a word or phrase that is used as an alternative to describe matters related to race.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: Alternative Term for Race

Sample Sentence: In sociological literature, ethnicity is often employed as a synonym for racial identity.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Describing Matters of Race

Sample Sentence: The panelists engaged in a heated debate about the racial disparities present in the criminal justice system.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense: Modifying Actions or Verbs Related to Race

Sample Sentence: The politician spoke out against racially biased policies with great passion.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To Substitute or Replace with Another Term for Matters of Race

Sample Sentence: The editor decided to synonymize the term 'racial discrimination' with 'ethnic bias' to provide a fresh perspective.