Ethnic Group

Definition

An ethnic group refers to a community of people who share common cultural characteristics such as language, religion, and traditions.

Related terms

Cultural Identity: The sense of belonging and identification with a particular ethnic group based on shared cultural characteristics.

Assimilation: The process by which individuals from an ethnic group adopt the culture and customs of another dominant group.

Multiculturalism: The coexistence of multiple ethnic groups within a society, where each maintains their distinct identity.