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politically correct Definition

politically correct

adjective

conforming or adhering to what is regarded as orthodox liberal opinion on matters of sexuality, race, etc.: usually used disparagingly to connote dogmatism, excessive sensitivity to minority causes, etc.

politically correct Related Forms
political correctness noun
politically correct Usage Examples

Infinitive complement

  • call: If it's not politically correct to call a black person ' black ' , why do black people refer to themselves as black?