Ethnocentrism is maintained and perpetuated in stereotypes-overgeneralizations about the appearance, behavior, or other characteristics of members of particular categories.

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Ethnocentrism often arises from stereotypes which are overgeneralizations and can be based on appearance, behavior, or other characteristics of people from a specific group. These stereotypes can then be used to maintain and perpetuate the belief that one's own culture is superior to others.

Ethnocentrism Is Maintained and Perpetuated in Stereotypes-Overgeneralizations About the Appearance