Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
second-class-citizen
noun
/ˈsɛkənd klæs ˈsɪtɪzən/
Definition
A person who is treated as if they have fewer rights or privileges than other citizens.
Examples
- Many felt like second-class citizens in a system that favored the wealthy.
- As a minority, she often experienced life as a second-class citizen.
Meaning
The term refers to individuals or groups in a society who do not enjoy the same rights, opportunities, or recognition as others, often due to discrimination or social inequality.
Synonyms
- discriminated individual
- marginalized person
- underprivileged citizen
