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ruralism

ruralism

8.2
Support for country life and values over city life
  • noun
  • /ˈrʊrəlɪzəm/
translation icon : defensa del ruralismo
  • The novelist's work displays a clear ruralism, prioritizing country values and traditions over city life.

Examples

  • An increase in ruralism can be seen as people seek simplicity away from urban environments.

  • Her essays often critique modernity through the lens of ruralism and traditional farm life.

  • Many artists embrace ruralism in their work.

  • The concept of ruralism promotes a simpler lifestyle.

  • In her latest book, the author explores the theme of ruralism, celebrating the simplicity and beauty of country living.

  • The movement for ruralism seeks to promote sustainable farming and local traditions over industrialized urban lifestyles.

  • Many artists and writers embrace ruralism, finding inspiration in the tranquility and values of rural communities.

Synonyms

agrarianism
vsruralism
8.3

A belief that values farming, rural life, and small farmers

emphasizes idealizing countryside life and values rather than political reform

Antonyms

urbanization
  • Specialized
11 4.6

A change that makes a place more like a city with more people living and working there

How Pro-Rural

ruralism
8.2
pastoralism
  • Specialized
1 7.5
urbanism
  • Specialized
4 5.9

Surface Forms

ruralism singular
ruralisms plural

Morphology

ruralism = rural (transparent) = rural + ism

Clear formation: 'rural' + '-ism' yields an ideology or advocacy concerning rural life.

Etymology

Ruralism joins rural ('country') with -ism, an ending that can mean a belief or movement, as in feminism. So ruralism can mean a belief in or love of country life, a preference for farms and small towns over the city.