audism

English

Etymology

From audio +‎ -ism, modelled after racism and sexism. Coined by American academic Tom Humphries in 1975.

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Noun

audism (uncountable)

  1. (sociology) Discrimination against deaf people in favor of hearing people.

Usage notes

  • Not to be confused with autism.

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