a social group with which an individual does not identify or to which they do not belong
The out-group often faces discrimination and exclusion from the dominant social group.
It is natural for individuals to have both in-group and out-group preferences.
based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory or pure logic
The scientists conducted empirical research to gather data and draw conclusions.
This study provides empirical evidence supporting the hypothesis.
to separate or set apart from others or from the main group
The school decided to segregate the students by age for the new program.
The Civil Rights Movement fought against the segregation of African Americans.
to bring to an end; terminate or discontinue
The partnership decided to dissolve their business due to irreconcilable differences.
The medication is designed to dissolve quickly in water.
to make someone or something poor or financially weak
The war has continued to impoverish the country, leaving many people in extreme poverty.
The economic policies implemented by the government are likely to impoverish the middle class.
