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ethnocentrism

Definition

Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture, nation, or ethnicity is superior to others. It often leads to judging other cultures solely by the values and standards of one's own culture.

Related terms

Cultural Relativism: The idea that a person's beliefs, values, and practices should be understood based on that person's own culture, rather than be judged against the criteria of another.

Xenophobia: An irrational fear or disdain of people from other countries or cultures.

Media Bias: The tendency for media outlets to present information in a way that reflects their own biases or interests, often aligning with specific cultural or political viewpoints

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