destigmatize

verb

de·​stig·​ma·​tize (ˌ)dē-ˈstig-mə-ˌtīz How to pronounce destigmatize (audio)
destigmatized; destigmatizing; destigmatizes

transitive verb

: to remove associations of shame or disgrace from
destigmatize mental illness

Examples of destigmatize in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Leading with empathy and fact, and challenging often deeply rooted misinformation, the exhibition seeks to destigmatize and humanize reproductive care. Chadd Scott, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024 The program, named Thrive, was created in conjunction with the Mental Health Coalition, a group of mental health organizations working to destigmatize such issues. Kalhan Rosenblatt, NBC News, 12 Sep. 2024 On Monday, Watts’ brand Stripes Beauty is inaugurating the first National Hot Flash Day in an effort to destigmatize the conversation around menopause and its many symptoms. Emily Burns, WWD, 9 Sep. 2024 And in sharing her journey, Palmer sheds light on the importance of destigmatizing conversations around Black mental health and advocating for Black well-being. Stephanie Long, refinery29.com, 20 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for destigmatize 

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Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of destigmatize was in 1946

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Cite this Entry

“Destigmatize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/destigmatize. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

destigmatize

verb
de·​stig·​ma·​tize (ˌ)dē-ˈstig-mə-ˌtīz How to pronounce destigmatize (audio)
: to remove shame or disgrace from
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