Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
otherness
Noun
/ˈəðərnɪs/
Definition
The quality or condition of being different or distinct from what is typical or the norm; also a state of being perceived as different by others.
Examples
- His art often examines themes of otherness, highlighting marginalized voices.
- The concept of otherness can lead to discrimination if not understood properly.
- She embraced her otherness as a source of strength and creativity.
Meaning
Otherness refers to the experience or perception of being outside or different from a certain group, often used in a sociocultural context to discuss identity, diversity, and the process of defining ‘us’ versus ‘them’.
Synonyms
- Difference
- Dissimilitude
- Uniqueness
- Alterity
