Definitions:

1. A person who believes that human beings can be divided into distinct bilogical races, and that these races possess different characteristics or abilities. NOUN
   • Racialist ideologies have been used throughout history to justify colonialism, slavery, and other forms of oppression.
2. A person with a prejudiced belief that one race is superior to others. NOUN
   • The rise of racialist movements in recent years has alarmed civil rights activists and prompted calls for greater social awareness and action.
3. Someone who subscribes to the ideological belief in inherent racial differences, often using this belief to explain social, cultural, or intellectual differences between groups. NOUN
   • Despite efforts to promote inclusivity, racialist attitudes continue to persist in certain pockets of society.

Synonyms:

• racist