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Meaning of caste

Wordnet

caste (n)

social status or position conferred by a system based on class

(Hinduism) a hereditary social class among Hindus; stratified according to ritual purity

a social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank or profession or wealth

in some social insects (such as ants) a physically distinct individual or group of individuals specialized to perform certain functions in the colony

Webster

caste (n.)

One of the hereditary classes into which the Hindoos are divided according to the laws of Brahmanism.

A separate and fixed order or class of persons in society who chiefly hold intercourse among themselves.

caste Sentence Examples

  1. In some societies, one's social status is determined by their caste at birth.
  2. The caste system in ancient India was a rigid hierarchy that governed every aspect of life.
  3. Despite efforts to eradicate caste discrimination, it still persists in many parts of the world.
  4. Members of the highest caste enjoyed privileges and power unavailable to those in lower castes.
  5. Breaking free from the constraints of his caste, the young man pursued education and opportunities.
  6. Marriages were often arranged within the same caste to maintain social purity.
  7. The caste system was a major factor in shaping the social structure of traditional Hindu society.
  8. Discrimination based on caste is considered a violation of human rights.
  9. Some argue that caste-based affirmative action is necessary to address historical injustices.
  10. The caste distinctions in society were deeply entrenched, influencing every aspect of daily life.

FAQs About the word caste

social status or position conferred by a system based on class, (Hinduism) a hereditary social class among Hindus; stratified according to ritual purity, a soci

level,class, echelon, folk,rank, estate, stratum, gentry, tier, order

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In some societies, one's social status is determined by their caste at birth.

The caste system in ancient India was a rigid hierarchy that governed every aspect of life.

Despite efforts to eradicate caste discrimination, it still persists in many parts of the world.

Members of the highest caste enjoyed privileges and power unavailable to those in lower castes.