Afrocentric
- noun
- /ˌæfroʊˈsɛntrɪk/
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afrocentrista
- Many Afrocentrics advocate for a greater understanding of Africa's historical impact on the world.
Examples
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In its rigorous intellectual and theoretical dimension, the Afrocentric cannot be limited to being "black."
Academic text (2015) -
The contemporary roots of Afrocentric are clearly traceable to the black consciousness movement of the '60s, when dashikis and Afro hairstyles transformed personal adornment into a political gesture.
Academic text (1990) -
But for the African Americans interviewed by Williams, Afrocentric is a personal, committed style.
Academic text (1990) -
This is a response to some Afrocentric who claimed the Dahomey Nation was the pinnacle of civilization, smh.
Blog text (4) -
She defines Afrocentric as a style that celebrates the mixed legacy of the diaspora, incorporating the arts of Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean, and African Americans.
Academic text (1990) -
An Afrocentric seeks to promote the significance of African culture in modern society.
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The event was organized by an Afrocentric who emphasized the importance of celebrating African heritage.
Synonyms
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A person who puts African people, history, or culture first
Surface Forms
Etymology
Afrocentric as a noun names a person whose label comes from Afro- 'Africa' and -centric 'centered', and an Afrocentric is someone who focuses on African people, history, and culture as the main point of view.