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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
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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!"
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Naruismas 

(adj.) When one is describing a christmas covered with Naruto, such as:
- Dressing up as Naruto characters
- Covering your christmas tree with shuriken
- Singing christmas carols saying only the words 'believe it'
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That girl with that last name, Narisma is super cute and awesome
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A slut that outclasses even GolbezMom, and VampMom in whorey-fattyness.
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Guy 1: "Oh, I guess I've seen and slept with her before then."
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When a person compliments you, then tells you what it is that they don't like about you.
I love your dress, I think you're amazing. However, you don't do this right, or that's wrong.

Narrism.
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