Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

OUTGROUPS

(noun)
Did you mean?
Also try..

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Outgroups.

Outgroups - as a noun

The group of people who do not belong to one's own social group.

In cladistics, all the taxa included in a study that do not belong to the ingroup that is of immediate interest.

Example Sentences

"In social psychology, outgroups are often studied in relation to ingroups."
"People tend to perceive members of outgroups as different or inferior."
"Ethnocentrism leads to the categorization of certain groups as outgroups."
"Prejudice and discrimination often occur towards outgroups."
"Members of outgroups may face social exclusion or marginalization."
View more

Word Game Points

Is OUTGROUPS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, outgroups is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OUTGROUPS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is OUTGROUPS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, outgroups is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OUTGROUPS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is OUTGROUPS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, outgroups is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OUTGROUPS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen