Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
positionality
Noun
/pəˌzɪʃ.ənˈæl.ɪ.ti/
Definition
Positionality refers to the social and political context that shapes an individual’s identity, perspectives, and experiences.
Examples
- Understanding one’s positionality is important in qualitative research.
- She reflected on her positionality as a researcher from a marginalized community.
Meaning
It encompasses how one’s background, including race, gender, class, and other factors, influences one’s viewpoints and interactions with the world.
Synonyms
- Contextuality
- Perspective
- Standpoint
