stigmatize

verb

Definition of stigmatizenext
as in to label
usually disapproving to describe or regard (something, such as a characteristic or group of people) in a way that shows strong disapproval a legal system that stigmatizes juveniles as criminals

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Recent Examples of stigmatize The book came out when mental illness was heavily stigmatized; Styron paved the way for authors to write about their own struggles with depression and similar disorders. — Michael Schaub, Oc Register, 25 June 2026 Research has also shown that AI chatbots reproduce stigmatized messages about certain mental health conditions such as alcoholism and schizophrenia. — Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 18 June 2026 Many nurses reported hearing their colleagues using stigmatizing language and dismissive behaviors. — Karli Swenson, The Conversation, 11 June 2026 In the City of Brotherly Love, Sirianni is stigmatized by the widespread perception of his limitations as an offensive strategist, and he’s often marginalized as a glorified caretaker of an operation fueled by an elite owner, rock-star GM, brilliant defensive coordinator and talent-rich roster. — Michael Silver, New York Times, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stigmatize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stigmatize
  1. label
  2. specify
  3. brand
  4. designate
  5. name
  6. call
  7. denote
  8. term
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  • No one wants to be labeled as racist or racially insensitive.
    — David Aldridge, New York Times, 4 July 2026
  • Once frozen, transfer the berries to a freezer bag and label it with the date.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026
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  • Harry last saw his father in February 2024, shortly after it was announced that the monarch was undergoing treatment for cancer, though the palace never specified the type.
    — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • Health officials declined to identify the facilities or to specify reasons, other than saying that the long-term care industry opens facilities and increases or decreases beds based on business factors.
    — Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 5 July 2026
Definition of specify
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  • Founded by Steven Grasse, the branding entrepreneur behind Hendrick’s Gin, Sailor Jerry, and several other drink brands, the distillery has earned a cult following for releases that blur the line between spirits, storytelling, and experimentation.
    — Emily Price, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Rak Ceramics, one of the largest ceramic brands in the world, will develop, manufacture and distribute Roberto Cavalli branded ceramic tiles, sanitaryware and faucets.
    — Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
Definition of brand
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  • The team designated right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignment to make room for Woodford on the roster.
    — Andy Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Over half of the park is designated wilderness area, so backpackers and hikers will have no problem finding untouched backcountry.
    — Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
Definition of designate
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  • During Thursday evening’s Board of Commissioners meeting, officials unanimously, and with no additional discussion, approved Johnston’s exit agreement and named Assistant County Administrator Alan Howze as his replacement for the rest of the year.
    — Sofi Zeman July 2, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
  • Knoebels was named America’s best amusement and water park for 2026 in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards, which is based on reviews.
    — Eve Chen, USA Today, 3 July 2026
Definition of name
Verb
  • The company, which calls itself the largest and fastest-growing Asian restaurant company in the world, also added chicken nuggets to its menu on Thursday, July 2.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Mauney, widely seen as the best rider of his generation and someone who braved the hardest bulls to ride, had to retire in 2023 after a neck break on a bull called Arctic Assassin.
    — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Definition of call
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  • On the outside the new face of the CLA is inflected with tri-star icons and glowing new tri-star headlights—a detail that denotes newer and fancier models—with a large Mercedes logo anchoring the grille.
    — Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • In a scene shot backstage at a Pod Meets World live show, Friedle showed that Savage hadn't responded to a text from Friedle since April 2020, and his iMessages switched from blue to green, potentially denoting a block.
    — Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026
Definition of denote
Verb
  • The winner will replace Assemblymember Tom Lackey, R-Palmdale, who is termed out.
    — Linh Tat, Daily News, 27 June 2026
  • The latter are often associated with what might be termed the silovaya ideologiya—a security-state ideology that emphasises a strong state, the primacy of state interests over private interests, great-power status, and strict domestic order.
    — Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 18 June 2026
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