intersectional

Meaning

1. Of or pertaining to an intersection, especially of multiple forms of discrimination (for example, the intersection of misogyny and racism which affects black women specifically).
2. Of or relating to intersectionalism or intersectionality.
3. Encompassing or concerned with multiple different groups or the forms of discrimination they face (for example, inclusive of women of all races and people of color of all genders).

Synonyms

bivalent

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˌɪn.təɹˈsɛk.ʃə.nl̩/

Etymology

From intersection + -al.