Purism: meaning, definitions and examples

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purism

 

[ หˆpjสŠษ™rษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cultural values

Purism refers to a strict adherence to certain principles, values, or standards, often in a cultural or artistic context. It can denote a desire to preserve a particular form or tradition, avoiding influences that are seen as corrupting or diluting. In philosophy and art, purism advocates for purity in style and form, often rejecting mixed influences.

Synonyms

absolutism, conservatism, rigorism.

Examples of usage

  • The artist's purism is evident in his minimalist works.
  • Purism in literature emphasizes the importance of traditional narrative forms.
  • Their purism in architecture leads to a strict adherence to classical styles.

Translations

Translations of the word "purism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น purismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฏเฅ‹เคฐเคฟเคœเคผเฅเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Purismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ purisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัƒั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ purizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ”ใƒฅใƒชใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท purisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ purismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท purizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆœ์ˆ˜์ฃผ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู†ู‚ุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ purismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ purizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็บฏ็ฒนไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ purizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pรบrisma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟัƒั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ purizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ purismo

Etymology

The term 'purism' originated in the early 20th century from the French word 'purisme', which comes from the Latin 'purus' meaning 'pure'. Initially, it was used in the context of art and literature, particularly in movements that sought to maintain the purity of style against the influences of modernism and eclecticism. The notion was significantly promoted by artists like Amรฉdรฉe Ozenfant and Le Corbusier, who advocated for clarity and simplicity in art and design. Over time, purism has been applied more broadly to various fields, encompassing attitudes that prioritize traditional values or forms, often in opposition to contemporary trends that blend styles and conventions. As it evolved, purism became associated with debates about authenticity, tradition, and cultural identity.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,694, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.