West-centrism

A form of Westcentrism — The practice of viewing the world from a Western perspective, with an implied belief, either consciously or subconsciously, in the preeminence of Western culture.

Meanings

nounWest-centrism (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative spelling of Westcentrism.
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