prejudiced representations

[ˈprɛdʒədɪst ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnˈteɪʃənz]
noun phrasefeminine pluralpl: prejudiced representations
representações preconceituosas
1. depictions, portrayals, or descriptions that reflect or promote biased, unfair, or discriminatory views about a person, group, or characteristic
The film was criticized for its prejudiced representations of Indigenous peoples.
O filme foi criticado por suas representações preconceituosas dos povos indígenas.
2. media, artistic, or cultural expressions that perpetuate stereotypes or discriminatory attitudes
Historical textbooks often contained prejudiced representations of minority groups.
Os livros de história históricos frequentemente continham representações preconceituosas de grupos minoritários.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, this phrase has become increasingly important in discussions of media literacy, social justice, and cultural criticism. It is commonly used in academic, journalistic, and activist spaces when critiquing films, literature, advertising, and historical narratives. The term reflects growing awareness of how media shapes public perception and perpetuates discrimination.
NYC Slang
biased AF portrayals / mad stereotypical depictions
Synonyms / Sinônimos
biased portrayalsstereotypical depictionsdiscriminatory imageryslanted representationsdistorted portrayals
Antonyms / Antônimos
fair representationsunbiased portrayalsimpartial depictionsequitable representations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
representações preconceituosas
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
representações preconceituosas / representações enviesadas
Both terms commonly used in academic and media contexts
Rio de Janeiro
representações preconceituosas
Standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'representações enviesadas'
Portugal
representações enviesadas / representações tendenciosas
Portuguese variant may favor 'enviesadas' or 'tendenciosas' over 'preconceituosas' in some contexts

Related Words

stereotypebiasdiscriminationportrayaldepictionnarrativecultural appropriationtokenism

Related Idioms & Phrases

perpetuating stereotypes
painting with a broad brush
misrepresenting a group
reinforcing negative stereotypes
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