objectification
noun/əbˌdʒɛktɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #18,067 most common English word
Meaning
the act of treating a person as an object, ignoring their humanity or individuality.
Example sentence
Many critics argue that advertising promotes objectification of women by treating them as symbols rather than people.
Synonyms & related words
- dehumanization
- exploitation
- degradation
- commodification
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