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nam·ism | \ ˈnā-ˌmi-zəm Definition of namism noun a: a belief that one’s name is a fundamental determinant of human traits and capacities and that name differences produce an inherent superiority or inferiority of a particular person due to that person’s name. also : behavior or attitudes that reflect and foster this belief : name discrimination or prejudice b: using a personal proper name as a pejorative to stereotype, intimidate, ridicule, silence, or otherwise control another person. c: disrespecting another person’s name.
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