ism
/ˈɪzəm/
noun
- A distinctive doctrine, theory, system, or practice, often ending in -ism (e.g., capitalism, feminism).
- Many young people are drawn to new isms that promise social change.
- The professor discussed various political isms, including socialism and liberalism.
- He argued that every ism has both strengths and weaknesses.
- A belief or attitude that is considered extreme or dogmatic.
- Some people follow an ism without questioning its core ideas.
- She rejected all isms and preferred to think for herself.
- The debate turned into a clash of isms rather than a practical discussion.