stereotyper
[/ˈstɛrɪətaɪpər/ or /ˈstɪərɪətaɪpər/]
nounpl: stereotypers
estereotipador
1. A person who creates, promotes, or perpetuates stereotypes about groups of people
The stereotyper in the media contributed to harmful perceptions of the community.
O estereotipador na mídia contribuiu para percepções prejudiciais da comunidade.
2. Historically, a person who operated a stereotyping press or created stereotype plates in printing
The stereotyper prepared the metal plates for mass production of newspapers.
O estereotipador preparava as placas de metal para a produção em massa de jornais.
3. One who habitually categorizes or labels people based on preconceived notions
As a stereotyper, he failed to see individuals beyond their superficial characteristics.
Como estereotipador, ele não conseguia ver indivíduos além de suas características superficiais.
The term 'stereotyper' is more commonly used in academic, psychological, and social criticism contexts than in everyday speech. In Brazil, discussions about stereotyping have become increasingly important in media criticism, particularly regarding racial and gender representations. The word is often used critically to identify those who reinforce harmful social generalizations.
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