Barbarism: meaning, definitions and examples

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barbarism

 

[ หˆbษ‘หbษ™rษชz(ษ™)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

culture

Barbarism is a cultural practice or custom that is considered uncivilized or primitive.

Synonyms

primitiveness, savagery, uncivilized behavior

Examples of usage

  • His barbarism shocked the modern society.
  • The tribe's barbarism was evident in their rituals and traditions.
Context #2 | Noun

language

Barbarism refers to the incorrect usage of words or expressions in language.

Synonyms

linguistic error, misusage, solecism

Examples of usage

  • The teacher corrected the student's barbarism in his essay.
  • She pointed out the barbarism in his pronunciation.
Context #3 | Noun

history

Barbarism historically refers to the absence of civilization or the lack of advanced cultural development.

Synonyms

barbarity, primitivism, uncivilized state

Examples of usage

  • The period was marked by widespread barbarism and chaos.
  • The historian studied the impact of barbarism on ancient societies.

Translations

Translations of the word "barbarism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น barbarismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคฐเฅเคฌเคฐเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Barbarei

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ barbarisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะฐั€ะฒะฐั€ัั‚ะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ barbarzyล„stwo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‡Ž่›ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท barbarie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ barbarie

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท barbarlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•ผ๋งŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑุจุฑูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ barbarstvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ barbarstvo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้‡Ž่›ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ barbarstvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ barbarismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒะฐั€ะฒะฐั€ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒแƒกแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ barbarlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ barbarie

Etymology

The term 'barbarism' originated from the Greek word 'barbarismos', which was used to describe the speech of non-Greeks, as it sounded like 'bar-bar' to the Greek speakers. Over time, the term evolved to represent uncivilized behavior, lack of culture, or linguistic errors. The concept of barbarism has been prevalent throughout history, often used to distinguish between advanced civilizations and those considered less developed. It has been a topic of debate and reflection in various fields, including anthropology, history, and linguistics.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,807, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.