Definition of "classism" [classism]

• Bias based on social or economic class. (noun)

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• "I'll spare you my elitism/classism is as bad as racism speech."
• "For the purposes of this workshop classism is defined according to the work one does."
• "Internalized classism is a set of assumptions held by a group which they believe is vital to their survival."