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small-townism

small-townism

8.6
A way of life that values simple living and a close community in a small town
  • noun
  • /ˈsmɔlˈtaʊnˌɪzəm/
translation icon : pueblerismo
  • Growing up in a rural area, she embraced small-townism and cherished the close relationships with her neighbors.

Examples

  • His views reflected a certain small-townism that contrasted with urban sensibilities.

  • The author's novels often explore small-townism and its impact on relationships.

  • Many see small-townism as a source of comfort and social support.

  • Her sense of small-townism made her appreciate community events.

  • Many people value small-townism for its simplicity.

  • In his speech, he highlighted how small-townism fosters a sense of belonging and community support.

  • The film beautifully depicts small-townism, showing how its values shape the lives of the characters.

Synonyms

small-townish value
vssmall-townism
8.5

A belief in small communities that favors tradition and close relationships

is a broader lifestyle view that stresses simplicity and close community ties

Antonyms

1 3.2

Life in a city with a fast pace, many people, and many shops and services

How Small-Townish

parochialism
1 9.6
small-townism
8.6
localism
1 7.2
ruralism
8.6

Surface Forms

small-townism singular

Morphology

small-townism = small-town (transparent) = small + town + ism

The compound 'small-town' is a familiar phrase and adding '-ism' yields a clear noun meaning a characteristic mindset or ideology associated with small towns.

Etymology

Small-townism is made from small + town and the ending -ism, which turns those words into a 'way of life' or 'belief'. Think of the warm, close community feeling of a small town—that's why small-townism means the way of thinking, values, and simple social life you find there.