Definition: The term "antimiscegenation" refers to an act or practice of denying a person's legal status, as they are not considered human or belong to any specific race. This can lead to discrimination against those who claim their heritage includes African ancestry and often involves legal challenges such as the Civil Rights Act and protections under the United States Constitution against racial discrimination. The term is not widely recognized in English, but it has a controversial history that dates back centuries. The idea of "antimiscegenation" first came to prominence during the civil rights movement in the 1960s when some activists sought to ensure the legal status and rights of African Americans who claimed descent from enslaved people. In its current form, "antisemitism" refers to a broad-based belief that Jews or other Jewish groups are enemies of mankind and should be eradicated. This term is often used in contexts that do not explicitly refer to racial identity but rather ethnic or religious discrimination against Jews.