assuming one's character based on physical appearance or looks only; usually assuming that looks determine character
Mary: I think only fugly guys cheat
Robyn: How can you be so lookist? Fugly guys cheat too, you know
Robyn: How can you be so lookist? Fugly guys cheat too, you know
by RosaB June 11, 2008
Get the lookist mug.A newer word for discrimination or predjudice against people based on their physical appearence and gender exspectations. Lookism discriminates against both "beautiful" and "ugly" people, as it is predjudice against a person for the way they look, positively and negatively.
Also the preconcived notions or stereotypes on a person because of how they look, or their gender.
Also the preconcived notions or stereotypes on a person because of how they look, or their gender.
"Beautiful woman will be paid more then less attractive woman in the work place beause of their appearence." -that is lookism.
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Abbreviation of "look at that" or "look at this," typically uttered shrilly in public places by small children seeking to draw attention to mundane objects that they, for some reason, consider fascinating.
by E P December 27, 2007
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But they are sorely, sorely mistaken. And should probably have their hearing checked!
But they are sorely, sorely mistaken. And should probably have their hearing checked!
by Cupcakus The Powdered Sugar Fairy March 8, 2004
Get the Lookitdat mug.Giving preferential treatment to good-looking people; holding a bias against unattractive people; surrounding oneself with attractive friends.
"Candice hasn't been hanging out with me since I developed acne. She's a looxist."
"Benjamin's at Fashion Week, but he doesn't care about clothing -- he's just a looxist."
"Benjamin's at Fashion Week, but he doesn't care about clothing -- he's just a looxist."
by MrsLombardi July 2, 2009
Get the Looxist mug.A cool band from Atlanta that writes interesting and unique songs. I’m still trying to get “Body Heat” and “Green Ideas” out of my head. Also I think they’re from outer space.
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