ageism — discrimination or prejudice against people based on their age, especially against older people

a confident older woman in professional attire sits across from two younger interviewers at a sleek desk. She presents her impressive resume while maintaining eye contact and gesturing professionally. The younger interviewers exchange skeptical glances and display dismissive body language despite her qualifications. One interviewer leans back with crossed arms while the other looks at a clock impatiently. Other younger employees in the background appear to be getting positive attention from supervisors. discrimination or prejudice against people based on their age, especially against older people