rape culture
The term "rape culture" highlights societal attitudes and behaviors that normalize or trivialize sexual violence, particularly against women.
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Definition
C1Sociology
(academic, informal)A societal environment where sexual violence is normalized and trivialized, often through victim-blaming and minimizing the accountability of perpetrators.
Example
- Rape culture perpetuates harmful stereotypes and makes it difficult for survivors to come forward.
- Media representations often contribute to rape culture by glamorizing sexual violence.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rape culture":