Idiom: Politically Correct
Meanings
The earliest known attestation is in late 18th century United States, in response to a toast made to “the United States” instead of to “the people of the United States”.[1]
How to pronounce "politically correct":
Possessing or conforming to the correct political positions; following the official policies of the government or a political party.
Respectful of marginalized ethnic groups, genders, etc.
Not tolerating of bigotry; derogatorily used to describe a subject not tolerating bigoted jokes, as in jokes that perpetuate bigotry instead of criticizing it.
Stereotypically left-wing; possessing or conforming to stereotypical left-wing social views.
To modify in a way that is more respectful to minorities.