C1 adjective Formel

microacrsion

/ˌmaɪ.kroʊˈæk.ʃən/

Describing subtle, indirect, or unintentional actions or comments that communicate bias or hostility toward marginalized groups. It characterizes behaviors that, while seemingly minor, contribute to a pervasive environment of exclusion and psychological distress.

Exemples

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1

Her microacrsion comment about his name made the rest of the meeting incredibly awkward.

Her subtle biased remark about his name made the remainder of the meeting very uncomfortable.

2

The institution is implementing training to reduce microacrsion tendencies among the faculty members.

The organization is starting training to lower the subtle discriminatory habits among the teachers.

3

I'm tired of his microacrsion jokes that he tries to pass off as harmless humor.

I am exhausted by his subtly offensive jokes that he pretends are innocent fun.

Famille de mots

Nom
microacrsion
Adverbe
microacrsionally
Adjectif
microacrsion
Apparenté
microacrsor
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'micro' (small) and 'acrsion' as a mix of 'action' and 'abrasion'—a small action that causes a sore spot over time.

Quiz rapide

The candidate felt that the interviewer's ______ questions about her 'exotic' background were inappropriate.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : microacrsion

Exemples

1

Her microacrsion comment about his name made the rest of the meeting incredibly awkward.

everyday

Her subtle biased remark about his name made the remainder of the meeting very uncomfortable.

2

The institution is implementing training to reduce microacrsion tendencies among the faculty members.

formal

The organization is starting training to lower the subtle discriminatory habits among the teachers.

3

I'm tired of his microacrsion jokes that he tries to pass off as harmless humor.

informal

I am exhausted by his subtly offensive jokes that he pretends are innocent fun.

4

Research indicates that microacrsion interactions in clinical settings can negatively affect patient outcomes.

academic

Studies show that subtle biased interactions in medical environments can harm patient health results.

5

The HR department has flagged several microacrsion patterns in the latest employee feedback survey.

business

The human resources office identified several subtle exclusionary patterns in the recent staff survey.

Famille de mots

Nom
microacrsion
Adverbe
microacrsionally
Adjectif
microacrsion
Apparenté
microacrsor

Collocations courantes

microacrsion behavior behavior characterized by subtle bias
microacrsion environment a workspace or social setting where subtle slights are common
unintentional microacrsion a subtle insult made without the conscious intent to harm
persistent microacrsion repeated instances of subtle discrimination
combatting microacrsion taking active steps to stop subtle bias

Phrases Courantes

death by a thousand microacrsions

the cumulative crushing effect of many small, subtle insults

calling out microacrsion

identifying and challenging a subtle act of bias as it happens

microacrsion awareness

the state of being conscious of how small actions can exclude others

Souvent confondu avec

microacrsion vs macroaggression

Macroaggressions are overt, large-scale acts of prejudice, while microacrsion is subtle and often covert.

microacrsion vs micro-abrasion

Micro-abrasion refers to a physical process of wearing away a surface, unrelated to social interactions.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word specifically to describe behaviors or environments that feel exclusionary in a subtle way. It is most effective when describing the 'impact' of a statement rather than the 'intent' of the speaker.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often treat this word as a noun because of the -ion suffix; remember that in this test-specific context, it functions as an adjective modifying a noun.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'micro' (small) and 'acrsion' as a mix of 'action' and 'abrasion'—a small action that causes a sore spot over time.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek 'mikros' (small) combined with a variation of the Latin 'aggredi' (to step toward or attack).

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as an attributive adjective before nouns. Does not typically take comparative or superlative forms (e.g., avoid 'most microacrsion').
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Contexte culturel

This term is central to modern Western discussions regarding social justice, workplace culture, and identity politics.

Quiz rapide

The candidate felt that the interviewer's ______ questions about her 'exotic' background were inappropriate.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : microacrsion

Mots lis

microcredacy

C1

Pertaining to or characterized by the use of micro-credentials or small, specific certifications to demonstrate professional proficiency. It describes educational or career paths that prioritize modular, bite-sized learning over traditional long-term degrees.

enmandsion

C1

A formal noun referring to the process of extending a mandate, physical boundary, or the scope of influence. It often implies a structured or legal enlargement of authority or property rather than just a natural growth.

antegeoty

C1

To conduct a comprehensive geological assessment or survey of a land area before any structural development or human intervention occurs. This process is used to ensure the ground is stable and to record its original state for environmental compliance.

hyperregine

C1

A hyperregine refers to an extremely intensified or rigid system of regulation or management, often used in technical or administrative contexts to describe over-control. It characterizes a state where oversight mechanisms operate at an abnormally high or excessive level, potentially stifling flexibility.

presolvant

C1

A chemical substance or agent applied to a surface or material before the main cleaning or dissolving process to loosen contaminants. It is primarily used in industrial degreasing, dry cleaning, and specialized laboratory procedures to enhance the efficiency of the primary solvent.

monocludible

C1

Describing an object, space, or system that can be closed, blocked, or sealed using a single mechanism or at a solitary point. It is often used in technical, architectural, or logical contexts to denote a singular point of occlusion.

ultraturbtion

C1

To apply extreme, high-frequency agitation or turbulence to a substance, typically in a laboratory or industrial setting. This verb describes the process of disrupting a system's stability to achieve a state of hyper-homogeneity or to trigger a specific reaction.

extrauniable

C1

To extend or adapt a system, credit, or resource so that it functions outside a single university or unit. It is used primarily to describe the process of making institutional assets compatible with broader, multi-organizational frameworks.

antedictive

C1

To state, declare, or indicate a condition or event before it actually occurs; to pre-specify or predict based on prior logic or data. It is typically used in formal, technical, or logical contexts to describe the act of asserting a result in advance of its manifestation.

homogeoant

C1

A substance, agent, or factor that promotes uniformity or homogeneity within a specific geographical or structural environment. It is primarily used in technical contexts to describe something that eliminates diversity to create a consistent, identical state across a given area.

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