fundamentalism (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌfʌndəˈmentəlɪzəm/
Definition
A strict adherence to a set of basic principles or beliefs, especially in religion, where it often involves a literal interpretation of sacred texts and resistance to modern ideas.
Examples
The rise of political fundamentalism has concerned many sociologists.
She argued that religious fundamentalism could be a dangerous force in society.
He was accused of promoting a narrow form of fundamentalism that excluded other viewpoints.
How to Use fundamentalism
- religious fundamentalism (collocation)
- The specific form of fundamentalism related to religious beliefs and practices. — "The rise of religious fundamentalism has been observed in several countries."
- political fundamentalism (collocation)
- The specific form of fundamentalism related to political ideology and action. — "Critics warned against the dangers of political fundamentalism in the new government."
- ideological fundamentalism (collocation)
- A rigid adherence to a particular set of ideas or beliefs. — "The group was known for its ideological fundamentalism and refusal to compromise."
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