ルッキズム

rukizumuLoanword from English lookism

discrimination based on physical appearance

ルッキズムは社会問題として注目されています

Lookism is gaining attention as a social issue

informal

Discrimination or prejudice based on a person's physical appearance, often involving unfair treatment or bias against those who do not conform to societal beauty standards

彼はルッキズムの被害者だ

He is a victim of lookism

SNSではルッキズムが問題視されている

Lookism is being criticized on social media

The term combines 'look' (外見) and 'ism' (主義), reflecting discrimination based on appearance. It gained prominence through the webtoon 'Lookism' (외모지상주의) by Park Tae-joon.

Collocations

ルッキズムの被害者victim of lookismルッキズムに反対するto oppose lookism

Synonyms

外見差別見た目差別

Antonyms

内面重視能力主義

Related Phrases

外見重視phrase

emphasis on appearance

見た目で判断するphrase

to judge by appearance

Pro Tip

Cultural Context

In Japan, discussions about lookism often intersect with broader topics like gender norms, workplace discrimination, and social media pressures.

Gold Rule

Avoid Assumptions

Do not assume someone's personality or abilities based on their appearance, as this perpetuates lookism.

Word Origin

Derived from the English term 'lookism', combining 'look' (外見) and the suffix '-ism' (主義), popularized by the Korean webtoon 'Lookism' (외모지상주의).

Usage Notes

While the English term 'lookism' is older, the Japanese usage is heavily influenced by the Korean webtoon's global popularity. It is often discussed in online communities and social media.

Word Breakdown

ルッキ

look (from English 'look')

root

ズム

ism (from English '-ism')

suffix

和英辞典

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