intersectionalism

noun

The phenomenon of minorities present within minorities, or intersections between minorities; specifically, the phenomenon of interactions of multiple systems of oppression or discrimination.

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Meanings

nounintersectionalism (uncountable)
  1. uncountableThe phenomenon of minorities present within minorities, or intersections between minorities; specifically, the phenomenon of interactions of multiple systems of oppression or discrimination.

Origin

From intersectional + -ism.

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intersectionalism. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/intersectionalism

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“intersectionalism.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/intersectionalism. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “intersectionalism,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/intersectionalism.

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