heteronormativity

[US]/[ˌhetərˈnɔːməˈtɪvɪti]/
[UK]/[ˌhetərˈnɔːrˌmæˈtɪvɪti]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the belief that heterosexuality is the only normal or healthy sexual orientation; the assumption that everyone is heterosexual; the system of social structures and institutions that privilege heterosexuality

Phrases & Collocations

challenging heteronormativity

rejecting heteronormativity

perpetuating heteronormativity

questioning heteronormativity

deconstructing heteronormativity

impact of heteronormativity

reinforcing heteronormativity

exposing heteronormativity

critiquing heteronormativity

addressing heteronormativity

Example Sentences

the film challenged heteronormativity by portraying a loving same-sex couple.

she critiqued the pervasive heteronormativity in mainstream media.

understanding heteronormativity is crucial for promoting inclusivity.

the speaker dismantled the assumptions underlying heteronormativity.

many social structures are built upon a foundation of heteronormativity.

we need to actively resist the constraints of heteronormativity.

the research explored the impact of heteronormativity on young people.

the curriculum aimed to deconstruct harmful heteronormativity.

it's important to question the normalization of heteronormativity.

the discussion focused on the limitations imposed by heteronormativity.

challenging heteronormativity requires ongoing critical reflection.

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