colorism

• 1 English
  • 1.1 Alternative forms
  • 1.2 Etymology
  • 1.3 Noun

English

Alternative forms

• colourism

Etymology

input transformation +‎ -ism

Noun

colorism (usually uncountable; plural colorisms)

1. Prejudice or bias against persons on the basis of their skin color or complexion, often among persons of the same racial identification.