occidentalist
- noun
- /ˌɑːksɪˈdɛntəlɪst/
- Specialized
- As an occidentalist, she often compared Western and Eastern philosophies in her research.
Examples
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An occidentalist often examines Western literature and philosophy.
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The occidentalist presented a unique analysis of European art from an Asian perspective.
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The conference invited a renowned occidentalist to discuss Western influence on global literature.
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Many occidentalists critique the portrayal of the West in global media.
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As an occidentalist, she provides valuable insights into the complexities of Western culture from her unique perspective.
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The occidentalist challenged the notions held by many critics of Western civilization, highlighting its contributions to global development.
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In her research, the occidentalist examined the influence of Western literature on modern Asian authors.
Surface Forms
Morphology
occidentalist = occidental (semi-transparent) = occident + al + ist
The derivation 'occidental' + '-ist' (a person associated with or studying the West) is regular, but the specific academic meaning (a scholar who studies the West, often from a non‑Western perspective) is specialized and not fully deducible from the pieces alone.
Etymology
Occidentalist comes from occident 'the West' (literally 'where the sun sets'), and it names a person who studies Western culture, often from outside the West. So an occidentalist is a scholar or writer who explains or interprets Western ways.
