audism

English

Etymology

From audio +‎ -ism, by analogy with racism and sexism. Coined by American academic Tom Humphries in 1975.

Noun

audism (uncountable)

  1. (sociology) Discrimination or prejudice against deaf people.

Usage notes
  • Not to be confused with autism (“a pervasive neurological condition that is observable in early childhood and persists throughout the lifespan, characterised by atypical communication, language development, eye contact, and sensory experiences”).

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