The hatred, dislike, or general prejudgment of those with tattoos. Inkism is common among employers, often turning down potential employees because of their tattoos. Inkism is commonly characterized by
people assuming one with tattoos is a criminal,
rebel, or outcast in
society.
Andy: Hey, how did your job interview go man?
Robert: Not good man, I don't think I am going to get the job, the guy interviewing me saw my tattoo and didn't seem to
happy about it.
Andy: Man, Inkism should be illegal!