English
Adjective
wikipedia|political correctness
politically correct
- A term generally used to mock the idea that language that avoids offense can encourage, promote, or establish certain beneficial social outcomes and relationships. This mocking usage often targets certain forms of identity politics, including those based on race, gender, religion, ideology or any other social grouping such as disability.
Usage notes
While "politically correct" frequently refers to a linguistic phenomenon, it is sometimes extended to cover political ideology and behavior. The terms "Political correctness" or "P.C." are also used.
Antonyms
politically incorrect
Related terms
political correctness
Translations
Dutch: politiek correct
French: politiquement correct
Italian: politicamente corretto m
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Norwegian: [politisk korrekt]], or abbr. 'P.K.'
Russian: поли�и�е�ки ко��ек�н�й, поли�ко��ек�н�й m
Slovak: korektný m, korektná f, korektné n
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