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nam·ism | \ ˈnā-ˌmi-zəm

Definition of namism
noun
a: a belief that one’s name is a fundamental determinant of human traits and capacities and that name differences produce an inherent superiority or inferiority of a particular person due to that person’s name. also : behavior or attitudes that reflect and foster this belief : name discrimination or prejudice

b: using a personal proper name as a pejorative to stereotype, intimidate, ridicule, silence, or otherwise control another person.

c: disrespecting another person’s name.
People named Karen have been subjected to namism to the point that many fear using their own name.

Many people are starting to understand that namism harms one’s sense of identity and sense of self worth and is often provoked by sexism and racism.
namism by BeKindToAll March 4, 2022
Related Words
Natism Nazism Nateism Naismith Namism Natissia natish Natisha Nautism Navism
A type of prejudice against people in which the namist believes that all people with the same name share the same traits .
Dude 1 "All Jessicas are hoes." Dude 2 "Man, you are such a namist! That is namism right there!"
Namism by Feli_G January 26, 2015

Naismith 

one who provides underage drinkers with alcohol on a regular basis.
How are we going to get beer for tonight without our naismith?
Naismith by Codester09 November 14, 2009

Naismash 

The act of getting belligerently drunk at Naismith Hall. (a private dorm at the University of Kansas... Mostly inhibited by alcoholic Jews)
Bars are lame on Monday... Time to Naismash!
Naismash by Rock Chalk BITCH March 30, 2011

Naismith 

A mistake that is easily avoidable.

Origin in electronics distribution, but has now started to find a wider circle.

Something that you would be expected to achieve with ease. Usually, something that would embarrass you in front of colleagues and peers.
1. Having left my car in gear in the garage before going on holiday, i returned home started the car and promptly jumped forward and demolished a wardrobe and a (good portion of the car). "I have completely Naismithed my car"

2. After accidentally poking myself in the eye with a pencil while attempting to scratch my forehead, a colleague remarked "i think you just Naismithed"

3. Phoning the wrong supplier to ask for a quote for a product they don’t do. Then insisting that it is them that has made the mistake "i have made a complete Naismith of this quote"
Naismith by Reinhardt the 3rd November 26, 2012

Natissia 

Natissia is Beautiful,smart,caring,loving girl who enjoys the outdoors and she’s mostly known for her gorgeous face and how she stands out from everyone else. if you ever need someone to cry on you can definitely cry on Natissia. Natissia never gives up on her dreams and she’s has a good heart.
Omg I wish I could meet Natissia .

Did you see Natissia today she’s so pretty .