1. Plural of audism; instances or systems of discrimination or prejudice against deaf or hard-of-hearing people, often based on the assumption that hearing is superior or that deaf people should conform to hearing norms.
Usage: Often used in discussions of disability rights and Deaf culture; The term reflects advocacy within the Deaf community

Examples

• The school's audisms were evident in its refusal to provide sign language interpreters.
• Deaf activists work to combat audisms in healthcare and education.
• Many audisms stem from outdated beliefs about deafness and communication.
• The workplace audisms made it difficult for deaf employees to participate fully in meetings.
• Recognizing and addressing audisms is essential for creating inclusive communities.