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Definition politically correct in American English

politically correct adjective

adjective

1

politically correct language or behavior is not offensive, especially to people who have often been affected by discrimination (=unfair treatment)

Example

It is no longer politically correct to refer to someone as a cripple.

Synonyms and related words

human rights positive discrimination equal fair reasonable natural

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used about people

Example

Some very politically correct parents won't let their children play with toy guns.

Synonyms and related words

fair reasonable natural

Definition politically correct in American English