Definitions
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- adjective Not in accordance with a
stereotype
Etymologies
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counter- + stereotypical
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Examples
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A black politician with counterstereotypical views overcomes his prejudices and is welcomed with open arms by a white, Confederate-flag-displaying crowd.
Diversi-Tea Training James Taranto 2010
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But even the media and public treatment of women in politics seems to be a lose-lose situation at the best of times: 'Media coverage marginalises women when they adopt a nonconfrontational style but over-emphasises counterstereotypical behaviour when they behave combatively', according to Gidengil
TrinidadExpress Today's News By Joannah Bharose 2010
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