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Synonyms for politically correct


Grammar : Adj
Spell : puh-lit-ik-lee kuh-rekt
Phonetic Transcription : pəˈlɪt ɪk li kəˈrɛkt

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Définition of politically correct

Origin :
  • first attested in prevailing current sense 1970; abbreviation P.C. is from 1986.
  • [T]here is no doubt that political correctness refers to the political movement and phenomenon, which began in the USA, with the aim to enforce a set of ideologies and views on gender, race and other minorities. Political correctness refers to language and ideas that may cause offence to some identity groups like women and aims at giving preferential treatment to members of those social groups in schools and universities. [Thuy Nguyen, "Political Correctness in the English Language,"2007]
  • adj socially acceptable
Example sentences :
  • Future actions and measures may likely reflect "politically correct" alternatives.
  • Extract from : « Shock and Awe » by Harlan K. Ullman
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