Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

body-fascism

noun

/ˈbɒdi ˈfæʃɪz(ə)m/

Definition

Body-fascism refers to the societal pressure and cultural norms that dictate how individuals should look and behave based on their bodies, often emphasizing certain ideals of beauty and fitness while marginalizing others.

Examples

Example 1: Many social media platforms contribute to body-fascism by promoting images that adhere to narrow beauty standards.
Example 2: The rise of body-fascism has sparked movements advocating for body positivity and diverse representations of beauty.

Meaning

It involves the imposition of rigid standards of physical appearance that can lead to body shaming, discrimination, or the promotion of harmful practices in pursuit of an unattainable ideal.