racially challenged

The phrase "racially challenged" is a euphemism often used to address racial issues indirectly, though it can be controversial and ambiguous.

Definition

C2Sociology

(euphemistic, informal)Describes individuals who face difficulties or discrimination based on their race.

Example

  • In some discussions, the term 'racially challenged' is used to highlight the struggles faced by minority groups.
  • Using 'racially challenged' can sometimes obscure the real issues of racial discrimination.

C2Political Commentary

(euphemistic, informal)Describes individuals who have difficulty appealing to or interacting with people of different races, often implying a bias or prejudice.

Example

  • The politician was described as 'racially challenged' due to his inability to connect with nonwhite voters.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "racially challenged":

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