Term ID: T5055

Stereotype

/stereotype/
Oversimplified beliefs and assumptions about members of social groups that may lead to prejudice and discrimination.
Example: Assuming all members of ethnic, gender, or age groups share identical characteristics and abilities.

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Reference: Allport (1954)