prohibit diversity

[prə-ˈhi-bət də-ˈvər-sə-tē]
verb phrase
proibir a diversidade
1. to officially forbid or prevent the existence, practice, or acceptance of diversity in any form, including racial, ethnic, gender, religious, or cultural differences
The new policy would prohibit diversity in hiring practices.
A nova política proibiria a diversidade nas práticas de contratação.
2. to legally ban or restrict programs, initiatives, or discussions aimed at promoting inclusion and equal representation
Several states have moved to prohibit diversity training in schools.
Vários estados se movimentaram para proibir treinamentos de diversidade nas escolas.
This phrase has become increasingly prominent in contemporary American political discourse, particularly in debates around education, corporate practices, and government policy. In Brazil, discussions of diversity prohibition are less common but emerging in discussions about educational and workplace policies. The term carries strong ideological weight and is often used in polarized contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ban diversityrestrict diversityeliminate diversitysuppress diversityprevent diversity
Antonyms / Antônimos
promote diversityembrace diversityencourage diversitysupport diversityfoster diversity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
proibir a diversidade
Standard usage in formal and legal contexts
São Paulo
proibir a diversidade
Commonly used in corporate and institutional settings
Rio de Janeiro
proibir a diversidade
Used similarly to other regions, sometimes with emphasis on social issues
Portugal
proibir a diversidade
Same formal translation, though diversity discussions may differ culturally

Related Words

diversityinclusionequitydiscriminationhomogenizationcensorshiprestriction

Related Idioms & Phrases

go against the grain of diversity
turn back the clock on diversity
stamp out diversity
crack down on diversity
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