Pronunciation

/rəˈkeɪʃəl/

Definitions

Noun

• Racial: Referring to or based on race; specifically, belonging to a particular racial group or involving matters of race. For example: “The book explores racial tensions in the workplace.”
• Racism: Prejudice or discrimination based on race; the belief in the inherent superiority or inferiority of one race over another. For example: “She fought against racial discrimination in housing policies.”

Adjective

• Characterizing or related to a specific race or ethnicity. For example: “The curriculum includes diverse racial perspectives.”

Adjective (archaic)

• Having a complexion or appearance typical of a particular race. For example: “His facial features were of a racial type distinct from his parents’.”

Phrases

• “Racial diversity” denotes the variety of racial backgrounds in a group or environment.
• “Addressing racial disparities” focuses on reducing unequal treatment based on race.
• “Racial profiling” refers to the practice of targeting individuals based on their perceived race.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The incident sparked a national conversation about racial inequalities in healthcare.”
• Adjective: “The school aims to promote racial harmony among its students.”
• Adjective (archaic): “The colonial painter captured the racial nuances in the local population.”

Synonyms

• Ethnic
• Racially -肤色的 (In Chinese)
• Racist (as an adjective, describing prejudice)
• Discriminatory (when referring to practices)

Antonyms

• Colorblind
• Integrative
• Unprejudiced