gender ideology
"Gender ideology" refers to the diverse beliefs and assumptions about gender roles, identities, and their social implications, often varying by cultural, political, and academic perspectives.
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Definition
B2Sociology
(general)A set of beliefs and expectations about gender roles and identities, influencing how people perceive and enact gender.
Example
- Different societies have varying gender ideologies that shape the roles of men and women.
C1Politics
(conservative, derogatory)A term used to criticize beliefs that distinguish gender from biological sex, often viewed as a threat to traditional values.
Example
- Some conservative groups argue that gender ideology undermines traditional family structures.
C1Gender Studies
(academic, theoretical)A framework examining how social expectations and cultural norms shape gender identity and roles.
Example
- In gender studies, scholars analyze how gender ideology impacts societal norms and individual identities.
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