antimodernism
- noun
- /ˌæntiˈmɒdərnɪzəm/
- Many people found comfort in antimodernism as they preferred traditional lifestyles over modern ones.
Examples
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But church leaders clung to antimodernism for cultural stability.
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Brown reflected antimodernism by reviving traditional definitions of gender and nationalism in texts of chivalric knighthood.
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(n43) Church officials claimed that humility and repentance powered the mission's spirit, but these were theological terms rationalizing antimodernism.
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In its myriad forms—philosophical, political, economic, and social—liberalism met opposition throughout the 19th century, resulting in a sort of antimodernism avant la lettre.
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The movement's emphasis on antimodernism encouraged communities to adopt ancient customs and practices.
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In reaction to globalization, some artists embraced antimodernism by creating works that celebrated past traditions.
Synonyms
3
6.5
Valuing old customs and ways, especially in religion and culture
Antonyms
How Opposed
13
8.6
3
6.5
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3.0
- Literature
10
7.4
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Antimodernism breaks into anti- 'against', modern 'of today', and -ism 'a belief or movement', so it names a stance or movement that goes against modern ideas and often prefers traditional ways.