Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
racial violence
Noun
/ˈreɪ.ʃəl ˈvaɪ.əl.əns/
Definition
Physical harm or the threat of it directed at individuals or groups based on their race or ethnicity.
Examples
- The protest erupted into racial violence, leading to several injuries.
- Communities often come together to condemn racial violence and promote understanding.
- Legislators are working to enact laws to combat racial violence effectively.
Meaning
Racial violence refers to aggressive acts or threats that are motivated by the victim’s race, often stemming from prejudice or discrimination.
Synonyms
- Ethnic violence
- Racially motivated violence
- Hate crime
