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• a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently
Example sentence • The human body is a complex organism .
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• the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
Example sentence • The mechanism in the clock started ticking loudly.
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• the doctrine of the equality of mankind and the desirability of political and economic and social equality
Example sentence • The society strives for egalitarianism by promoting equal access to education.
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• any organism of microscopic size
Example sentence • Certain microorganisms are used in the production of antibiotics.
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• a narrow-minded adherence to a particular sect or party or denomination
Example sentence • The government is cracking down on sectarianism within its borders.
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• a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
Example sentence • The citizens lived under the oppressive rule of totalitarianism for decades.
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• a diet excluding all meat and fish
Example sentence • Many people choose vegetarianism for ethical reasons, as it avoids supporting animal cruelty.
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• something located at a time when it could not have existed or occurred
Example sentence • Using a typewriter in today's digital age is considered an anachronism .
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• any political theory favoring immoderate uncompromising policies
Example sentence • The government is taking measures to counter extremism .
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• the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear
Example sentence • The government is taking strict measures to counter terrorism .
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Example sentence • Thomas Jefferson was an advocate of agrarianism .
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• a form of socialism that abolishes private ownership
Example sentence • The collapse of the Soviet Union marked the end of communism in Eastern Europe.
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• genre of art and literature that makes a self-conscious break with previous genres
Example sentence • The museum exhibition explores the influence of modernism on contemporary art.
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• a brutal barbarous savage act
Example sentence • The historian described the invading army's acts of barbarism .
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• a doctrine that advocates equal rights for women
Example sentence • She became interested in feminism after attending a women's rights conference.
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• an exceptional interest in and admiration for yourself
Example sentence • His constant need for praise and admiration demonstrated his narcissism .
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• a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
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• the system of religion and philosophy taught by the Druids and their rites and ceremonies
Example sentence • Many aspects of druidism have been lost to history.
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• the doctrine that formal structure rather than content is what should be represented
Example sentence • The painter rejected formalism and instead embraced a more abstract style of art.
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• the optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well
Example sentence • She approached the situation with optimism , believing that everything would work out.
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• disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings
Example sentence • She couldn't handle the harsh criticism of her artwork.
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• the beliefs and practices characteristic of Puritans (most of whom were Calvinists who wished to purify the Church of England of its Catholic aspects)
Example sentence • The strict adherence to religious principles is at the core of puritanism .
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Example sentence • The country's interventionism in foreign affairs has led to mixed results.
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• The doctrines and practices, or the character and spirit, of the Pharisees.
Example sentence • Many religious leaders accused him of heresy, claiming he was guilty of pharisaism .
10 3 noun n Example sentence • His chauvinism made it difficult for him to accept the idea of a female president.
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• (philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience
Example sentence • The scientific method is based on empiricism , using observation and experimentation to gather data.
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• an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh
Example sentence • Using the term 'passed away' as a euphemism for death is common in many cultures.
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• a policy of extending your rule over foreign countries
Example sentence • During the 19th century, European countries engaged in imperialism to establish colonies in Africa and Asia.
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• a desire for wealth and material possessions with little interest in ethical or spiritual matters
Example sentence • The protagonist in the novel struggled with his materialism , constantly chasing after wealth and possessions.
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• love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it
Example sentence • His love for his country and unwavering devotion to its values is a true display of patriotism .
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• the prejudice that members of one race are intrinsically superior to members of other races
Example sentence • The organization is dedicated to fighting against racism in all its forms.
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• an economic system based on private ownership of capital
Example sentence • Many argue that capitalism promotes competition and innovation.
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• (philosophy) a philosophical theory holding that all events are inevitable consequences of antecedent sufficient causes; often understood as denying the possibility of free will
Example sentence • Some philosophers argue that determinism is incompatible with free will.
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• favoritism shown to friends and associates (as by appointing them to positions without regard for their qualifications)
Example sentence • Many employees felt frustrated by the company's cronyism .
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• an orienting response to gravity
Example sentence • Plant roots exhibit geotropism by growing downwards into the soil.
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• the pursuit of pleasure as a matter of ethical principle
Example sentence • He lived a life of hedonism , constantly seeking out new adventures and experiences.
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• the doctrine that people's duty is to promote human welfare
Example sentence • Many Renaissance artists were influenced by humanism .
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• the property of being suitable for singing
Example sentence • Her writing is filled with lyricism and evocative imagery.
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• any of various religions other than Christianity or Judaism or Islamism
Example sentence • She decided to study paganism as part of her research on ancient cultures.
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• the policy of imposing duties or quotas on imports in order to protect home industries from overseas competition
Example sentence • Many economists argue that protectionism can harm overall economic growth.
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• a belief in and reverence for devils (especially Satan)
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• doubt about the truth of something
Example sentence • There is widespread skepticism about the efficacy of the new drug.
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• the system or principles and theory of labor unions
Example sentence • The rise of unionism led to significant improvements in working conditions.
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• the doctrine that calls for the abolition of slavery
Example sentence • Frederick Douglass was a prominent figure in the abolitionism movement.
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• a state of deep-seated ill-will
Example sentence • There is a lot of antagonism between the two rival gangs.
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• the literal belief in the account of Creation given in the Book of Genesis
Example sentence • Many proponents of creationism believe that the Earth was formed in a literal six-day period.
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• any of the various theories or doctrines or philosophical systems that attempt to explain the phenomena of the universe in terms of some immanent force or energy
Example sentence • The dynamism of the city's economy attracts many young professionals.
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• the doctrine of expanding the territory or the economic influence of a country
Example sentence • The country's expansionism led to conflicts with neighboring nations.
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• an art movement early in the 20th century; the artist's subjective expression of inner experiences was emphasized; an inner feeling was expressed through a distorted rendition of reality
Example sentence • The artist's use of bold colors and distorted figures is characteristic of expressionism .
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