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ruralism

ruralism

7.7
The quality of country life and attitudes
  • noun
  • /ˈrʊrəlɪzəm/
translation icon : ruralismo
  • The ruralism of the landscape was evident in its open fields and scattered farmhouses.

Examples

  • Critics say that his writing displays a certain ruralism that romanticizes country life.

  • There is an increasing interest in ruralism as more people move away from cities to live in the countryside.

  • There is an increasing interest in ruralism as people seek alternatives to urban living.

  • The charm of ruralism attracts many city dwellers.

  • Many artists celebrate ruralism in their work.

  • Many artists celebrate ruralism in their work, highlighting the beauty of country life.

  • The ruralism of the landscape was apparent, with its lush green fields and quaint farmhouses.

Synonyms

rurality
vsruralism
7.9

The features and way of life found in the countryside

emphasizes attitudes and cultural traits rather than only the physical state
rustication
vsruralism
9.9

Living in the countryside to enjoy a quieter life

describes countryside character and attitudes rather than the act of living there

Antonyms

urbanity
  • Formal
1 7.9

A polite, calm, and stylish way of behaving common in cities

How Rural

rusticity
1 8.1
ruralism
7.7
suburbia
13 4.2
urbanity
  • Formal
1 7.9

Surface Forms

ruralism singular
ruralisms plural

Morphology

ruralism = rural (transparent) = rural + ism

Standard nominalization from 'rural' indicating the quality or state of being rural.

Etymology

Ruralism is made of rural ('country') and -ism, an ending that names a quality or state, like in heroism. So ruralism is the 'country-ness' or the quality of being rural, with open fields and farm life.