Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
miscegenator
noun
/ˌmɪsɪˈdʒɛnəˌteɪtər/
Definition
A person who engages in or promotes the mixing of different races, particularly through marriage or procreation.
Examples
- In the 19th century, the term ‘miscegenator’ was used to incite fear among those who opposed interracial marriage.
- The debate over whether to label them as miscegenators often sparked heated discussions in neighborhoods.
- Many activists fought against the miscegenator label, arguing it perpetuated racism.
Meaning
The term is often used in a derogatory way to refer to someone who advocates for interracial relationships.
Synonyms
- Interracial couple
- Race mixer
- Multiracial advocate
