as in stain
a mark of guilt or disgrace
in "The Scarlet Letter," Hester Prynne bore the stigma of adultery
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To address the stigma, period underwear brand Knix has launched a campaign called Sport Your Period that encourages Olympic athletes to speak about competing while on their period.
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Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2024
The combination of not trusting medical professionals, the rugged individualism that especially pervades rural men, and heightened stigma is a fact of life for many people living in less-populated and less-resourced areas.
—Natalie Eilbert, Journal Sentinel, 2 Aug. 2024
The Tim Bergling Foundation advocates for the recognition of suicide as a global health crisis and actively works to remove the stigma attached to suicide and mental health issues.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 19 Aug. 2024
His column focuses on the blessings and burdens of advancing age — and how some folks are challenging the stigma associated with older adults.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2024
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Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2024
The combination of not trusting medical professionals, the rugged individualism that especially pervades rural men, and heightened stigma is a fact of life for many people living in less-populated and less-resourced areas.
—Natalie Eilbert, Journal Sentinel, 2 Aug. 2024
The Tim Bergling Foundation advocates for the recognition of suicide as a global health crisis and actively works to remove the stigma attached to suicide and mental health issues.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 19 Aug. 2024
His column focuses on the blessings and burdens of advancing age — and how some folks are challenging the stigma associated with older adults.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2024
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“Stigma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stigma. Accessed 18 Sep. 2024.
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