by 1990 in feminist and lesbian literature, from able (adj.) + -ism. Defined in 1991 as "bias against the physically challenged and differently abled (formerly the disabled or handicapped) by the [..]

noun. Unfair treatment of those with handicaps

(n) discrimination in favor of the able-bodied

 attitudes in society that devalue and limit the potential of persons with disabilities. People with disabilities are assumed to be less worthy of respect and consideration, less able to contribute an [..]

The pervasive system of discrimination and exclusion that oppresses people who have mental, emotional and physical disabilities.

any criticism or negative sentiment that affects people with disabilities, regardless of validity.

Refers to the practices and dominant attitudes in society that devalue and limit the potential of disabled people. See disability

prejudiced thoughts and discriminatory actions based on differences in physical, mental and/or emotional ability; usually that of able‐bodied/minded persons against people with illness, disabilities o [..]