on my next blog.stereotypes

By MARKPOGI on 1:11 AM

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i'll be talking about people who are stereotypes.

definition of stereotypes

unn.com:In modern usage, a stereotype is a simplified mental picture of an individual or group of people who share certain characteristic (or stereotypical) qualities. The term is often used in a negative sense, and stereotypes are seen by many as undesirable beliefs which can be altered through education and/or familiarisation. Stereotypes are common in the world of drama, where they are often used as a form of dramatic shorthand.

dictionary.com:
ster·e·o·type (stěr'ē-ə-tīp', stîr'-) Pronunciation Key
n.

  1. A conventional, formulaic, and oversimplified conception, opinion, or image.
  2. One that is regarded as embodying or conforming to a set image or type.
  3. Printing A metal printing plate cast from a matrix molded from a raised printing surface, such as type.

    tr.v. ster·e·o·typed, ster·e·o·typ·ing, ster·e·o·types
  4. To make a stereotype of.
  5. To characterize by a stereotype: "Elderly Americans are the neglected sector of the fashion industry, stereotyped by blue hair and polyester pantsuits" (American Demographics).
  6. To give a fixed, unvarying form to.
  7. To print from a stereotype.

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