Ism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɪz.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ism is a noun meaning An ideology, system of thought, or practice that can be described by a word ending in -ism.
Meaning
An ideology, system of thought, or practice that can be described by a word ending in -ism.
Example Sentences
Isms in my opinion are not good. A person should not believe in an ism – he should believe in himself.
An ism does not have to possess the fearful implements of state power to cut off a deviant or heretical member.
In his exposition, he has failed to achieve the identification of situation, theory, and policy necessary to create an ism.
It is important to distinguish between an ism and a mere generalization about group differences. Generalizations that have statistical validity are not isms. An ism assumes that the generalization applies to an individual.
Word Forms
- isms
Synonyms for ism
Depending on context, synonyms include whateverism, doctrine, philosophy.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include philosophy, doctrine, ideology, tenet, cult, belief.
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