sexist
adj.adj. describing someone or something that treats people unfairly because of their gender. It often refers to the belief that one gender is better than another.
adj. characterised by or showing prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex. Often describes attitudes, behaviours, or institutional policies.
He lost his job after making a sexist comment.
The company was criticised for its sexist hiring practices that consistently overlooked qualified female candidates.
Sociologists argue that sexist portrayals in media can reinforce harmful gender roles and limit the aspirations of young people from an early age.
From sex + -ist, after sexism.
Typically used to modify nouns like 'remark', 'attitude', or 'policy'.