Society
gender
noun
Definition
The social and cultural roles and identities associated with being male or female.
In a sentence
“The gender pay gap remains a significant issue in many professional sectors.”
Synonyms
sexidentity
Common collocations
- gender equality
- gender gap
- gender roles
- gender bias
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urbanisation
noun
The process by which more people come to live in towns and cities.
demographics
noun
Statistical data relating to the composition of a population.
inequality
noun
Difference in status, opportunities, or outcomes between individuals or groups.
integration
noun
The process of combining or incorporating groups into a wider society or system.