Semiracist

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Somewhat racist. not-comparable

    "Every modern state therefore is inherently semiracist because it proclaims the supreme interest of a discrete populace, defined by legacy as well as territory. This semiracist holding together of a people requires an exterior— a potential enemy."

Example

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"Every modern state therefore is inherently semiracist because it proclaims the supreme interest of a discrete populace, defined by legacy as well as territory. This semiracist holding together of a people requires an exterior— a potential enemy."

Etymology

From semi- + racist.

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