PoliticsAugust 12, 2026

stigmatization

stig-muh-tih-ZAY-shun

Definition

The act of treating a specific technology, practice, or process with disapproval or discredit, often leading to negative public or regulatory perceptions.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'stigma' (a mark or brand), it entered English through Late Latin, originally referring to the act of branding someone as a sign of disgrace.

In the news

In the article, the author describes how European regulatory choices regarding biotech were driven by technology stigmatization, causing innovation to move elsewhere. This highlights how irrational prejudice against certain technologies can harm economic and scientific progress.

The True Value of Better Regulation Lies Beyond Simplification

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