Minoric

Noun— Someone who encourages others to be authentic by embracing their differences & expressing themselves in a BOLD, RAW & PURE manner.

Adj.— Something that is individualistic & stands out

Noun.
Oh yeah, she’s a Minoric. You can feel her energy soon as she walked in the room.

Adj. That’s a minoric bag, I never seen that before!!

by StecciMarcc July 6, 2021

sexual & gender minority

inclusive of anything CONSENSUAL that ISN'T:
pedophilia
bestiality
etc.
Rape is rape.

Pedophiles and zoophiles NOT. Why would you even associate sexual & gender minority with RAPE?

by suck_my_d33 July 12, 2021

Minority Stress

The chronic, high-effort psychological strain experienced by members of stigmatized minority groups (e.g., LGBTQ+, racial/ethnic minorities). It’s not just everyday stress; it’s the heavy, cumulative burden of constantly navigating a dominant culture that may be hostile, dismissive, or merely ignorant of your existence. This stress comes from external events (discrimination, violence, microaggressions), the internal vigilance of expecting them, and the effort to conceal or manage your identity to stay safe. It’s like running a marathon while constantly scanning for obstacles and carrying an invisible weight.

Example: Alex, a trans man, feels Minority Stress when he has to mentally map which public restroom to use to avoid confrontation, correct a colleague’s pronouns for the tenth time while smiling politely, and then read a news article debating his basic humanity—all before lunch. This isn't "a bad day"; it's the exhausting baseline tax on his mental energy.

by Abzugal Nammugal Enkigal February 3, 2026

Minority Anxiety

The specific, persistent state of hyper-vigilance and dread that stems from being part of a marginalized group. It’s the gut-clench before speaking in a meeting where you’re the only person of color, wondering if your point will be ignored or credited to someone else. It’s the scanning of a room for safe exits or allies, not for fun, but as a survival protocol. This anxiety is future-oriented, rooted in the learned expectation that social environments are minefields of potential prejudice, rejection, or danger, leading to a constant, draining state of alert.

Example: Maria, the only Black woman in her corporate department, experiences Minority Anxiety every performance review season. Despite excellent metrics, she feels a knot in her stomach, anticipating that her "communication style" might be critiqued as "too aggressive," a coded bias she's faced before. This anxiety is a proactive defense mechanism against anticipated slights.

by Abzugal Nammugal Enkigal February 3, 2026

Minority Depression

A deep, often culturally contextual form of depression that can arise from the cumulative impact of minority stress and anxiety. It’s more than sadness; it’s a heavy sense of hopelessness and erosion of self-worth fueled by systemic oppression, social isolation, and internalized negative messages about one’s identity. It’s the emotional result of fighting a war on two fronts: against your own brain chemistry and against a world that constantly devalues your core being. This depression is often laced with fatigue, cynicism, and a sense of inescapability.

Example: David, a gay man living in a conservative rural town, battles Minority Depression. The constant need to censor himself, the lack of a local community, and the daily drip of homophobic rhetoric from local leaders have led him to feel profoundly isolated and worthless. His depression isn't just chemical; it's a logical response to a hostile environment that tells him he is less than.

by Abzugal Nammugal Enkigal February 3, 2026