syncretical
- adjective
- /sɪŋˈkrɛtɪkəl/
- The region's religion is highly syncretical, blending local traditions with imported beliefs.
Examples
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Her art displays a syncretical fusion of various cultural styles.
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A syncretical approach to philosophy seeks to unite Eastern and Western thought.
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The festival had a syncretical nature, blending traditions from various cultures.
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Many religions exhibit syncretical elements in their practices.
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An art exhibition featuring syncretical styles highlighted the blending of Indigenous and contemporary techniques.
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The museum's syncretical collection showcases artifacts that combine ancient rituals with modern beliefs.
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In her research, she explored syncretical movements that merge different spiritual practices into a unified framework.
Synonyms
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9.2
Mixing different beliefs and practices into a single system
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Mixing beliefs and practices from different religions or cultures
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Combining different beliefs or practices
Mixing ideas or practices from different traditions
Antonyms
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Surface Forms
Morphology
syncretical = syncretic (semi-transparent) = syncret + ic + al
Forming 'syncretical' from the adjective 'syncretic' by adding the productive suffix '-al' is a standard, straightforward adjectival derivation.
Etymology
Syncretical comes from a Greek idea of bringing things together: the prefix syn- means 'together', as in synthesis or synchronize. So a syncretical belief or style is one that puts different ideas or traditions 'together' into a single mix.