Ism: meaning, definitions and examples

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ism

 

[ หˆษชz(ษ™)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

philosophy, politics

The suffix 'ism' is used to form nouns that refer to distinct practices, systems, or philosophies. It often denotes a movement or ideology, such as socialism, capitalism, or feminism.

Synonyms

doctrine, ideology, movement

Examples of usage

  • He studied socialism in college.
  • Buddhism emphasizes mindfulness and meditation.
  • Feminism advocates for women's rights.
  • Communism aims for a classless society.
Context #2 | Noun

art, style

'Ism' can also refer to various artistic movements or styles, such as impressionism or modernism, which characterize specific periods or philosophies in art.

Synonyms

movement, school, style

Examples of usage

  • Impressionism captured light and movement.
  • Modernism challenged traditional artistic forms.
  • Baroqueism is known for its dramatic use of light.
  • Cubism redefined perspectives in visual art.

Translations

Translations of the word "ism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เคธเฅเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ isme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ izm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚คใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท isme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท izm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ด์ฆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅูŠุฒู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ izmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ izem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ism

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ izm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ismo

Etymology

The term 'ism' derives from the Greek suffix '-ismos', which was used to form nouns indicating a system or practice. This suffix made its way into the English language in the 19th century, particularly gaining traction during periods of ideological and artistic development. It became popularly used to categorize various schools of thought in philosophy, religion, and politics, reflecting broader social movements and cultural trends. As more movements emerged, the suffix 'ism' was appended to new terms, enriching the linguistic landscape of English and allowing for diverse expressions of ideologies and practices across various domains, from arts to social sciences.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,052, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.