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Purisms.
Purisms - as a noun
Scrupulous or exaggerated insistence on purity or correctness (especially in language)
Example: "Linguistic purisms"
Example Sentences
"Linguistic purisms often aim to create a standardized version of a language."
"Some scholars argue against the excessive use of purisms in language evolution."
"Using too many purisms can hinder the natural development of a language."
"He criticized the writer's excessive reliance on purisms in his novel."
"The linguistic academy implemented several purisms to maintain language stability."
Word Game Points
Is PURISMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, purisms is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PURISMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PURISMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purisms is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPURISMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is PURISMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purisms is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPURISMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
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