pluralism
Meanings
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noun
The belief that many different types of people, cultures, ideas, etc. should coexist harmoniously.
- "Pluralism is the principle that values and respects the existence of multiple languages, ethnicities, and religions within a society."
- "The multicultural city embraced pluralism, allowing people of all backgrounds to express their unique identities."
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noun
The quality or state of being many and diverse.
- "The pluralistic nature of the United States is what makes it such a melting pot of cultures and ideas."
- "The university prides itself on its pluralistic student body, with students from over 100 different countries."
Pronunciation
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Synonyms
plurality
Rhymes
Words rhyming with pluralismvariousism , pluralisticism , multiculturalism
Variants
List of all variants of pluralism that leads to same resultpluralism , pluralisms , pluralist , pluralistic , pluralistically , pluralists
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Latin word 'pluralis', meaning 'more than one'. The concept of pluralism has been discussed in philosophy and social sciences since ancient times.
Trivia
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Pluralism is a core value of the United Nations.
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The term 'pluralism' was first used in a philosophical context by John Stuart Mill in his book 'On Liberty' in 1859.
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Pluralistic societies have been shown to have lower levels of prejudice and discrimination compared to more homogeneous societies.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
multiculturalism: The idea that a society should recognize, respect, and value the cultural differences of its various components.
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tolerance: The ability or willingness to accept or endure differences, particularly religious, cultural, or racial differences.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Pluralism is a fundamental concept in many fields, including philosophy, sociology, politics, and education. It has been a topic of discussion in various works of literature, art, and music, reflecting the importance of respecting diversity and coexistence.
How to Memorize "pluralism"
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visualize
- Imagine a diverse group of people coming together, respecting each other's differences, and living harmoniously in a society.
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associate
- Associate the concept of pluralism with images of people from various cultures, religions, and ethnicities living together peacefully.
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mnemonics
- Remember the phrase 'Many Different People, Many Different Ways' to help memorize the meaning of pluralism.
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