marginalization
MAR-juh-nuh-luh-ZAY-shun
Definition
The act of treating a person or group as insignificant or peripheral to the mainstream, often through systemic exclusion or lack of power.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'margo', meaning 'edge' or 'border'. It entered English to describe the act of forcing individuals to the margins of society, effectively limiting their participation and authority.
In the news
MP Natasha Singh uses this term to describe the targeted harassment and discrimination she believes her political party faces from the government. It highlights her claim that the state is actively pushing her and her colleagues to the fringes of political and social influence.
Opposition MP accuses Government of "maximum" political intimidation following arrest and probe over gun licensed to fellow MP
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