The Michigan Restricted Word List is a list of words and phrases that cannot be used in official state documents. This list is provided by the Michigan Department of Civil Rights to ensure that state documents are free from slurs and offensive language. The Michigan Restricted Word List includes words or phrases that are considered derogatory, sexist, racist, homophobic, or otherwise offensive. It also includes terms that are considered outdated, offensive, or inappropriate in the context of the state’s mission. The list includes four main categories: slurs, profanity, archaic language, and offensive terms. Slurs are words or phrases that are derogatory or pejorative in nature, such as racial and ethnic slurs. Profanity includes explicit language and vulgarities. Archaic language includes terms that are no longer used in modern language, and offensive terms are words or phrases that are considered offensive, such as terms used in hate speech.