gendered
adj. C1 Advanced US //ˈdʒɛndɝd// UK //dʒˈɛndəd// gen·dered
adj. describing something that is connected to being male or female, or that treats men and women differently.
adj. reflecting or biased toward the social or cultural distinctions between sexes. Often used to describe language, roles, or expectations that are not neutral regarding sex.
The teacher avoided using gendered language in the classroom.
Sociologists study how gendered expectations in childhood can influence the career paths people choose later in life.
The debate over gendered pronouns in formal writing highlights a shift toward more inclusive linguistic standards that aim to decouple grammatical structures from binary social categories.
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun; often appears in academic or social justice contexts.