Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

ACADEMICISM

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Academicism.

Academicism - as a noun

Orthodoxy of a scholastic variety

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
academism16scholasticism22

Purely speculative thoughts and attitudes.

Example: "This original book not only initiates such an engagement, it avoids the academicism of much political theory by demonstrating how concepts of justice actually shape public policy."

A style of painting and sculpture produced under the influence of european academies of art.

Example: "The setting and treatment of the subject here are typical of his artistic approach, which lies between the idealized academicism of bouguereau and the social realism of daumier."

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
academic artacademism16

Example Sentences

"His artwork was criticized for its lack of creativity and for being too driven by academicism."
"The professor's lectures were often filled with academicism, making them difficult for students to follow."
"Many art movements throughout history have rebelled against academicism, seeking to explore new artistic styles."
"She was drawn to abstract paintings because they offered a refreshing break from the rigidity of academicism."
"The academicism in his writing made his novel predictable and formulaic."
View more

Word Game Points

Is ACADEMICISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, academicism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ACADEMICISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is ACADEMICISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, academicism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ACADEMICISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is ACADEMICISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, academicism is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ACADEMICISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen