antiestablishmentarianism
- noun
- /ˌæntiɪsˌtæblɪʃmənˈtɛəriənɪzəm/
- Formal
- The group's antiestablishmentarianism was evident in their rejection of traditional political parties.
Examples
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He became known for his outspoken antiestablishmentarianism during the student protests.
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Debates about antiestablishmentarianism have resurfaced in times of political unrest.
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Antiestablishmentarianism is a powerful idea.
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Many young people embrace antiestablishmentarianism as a response to political corruption.
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The recent protests highlighted a wave of antiestablishmentarianism among the youth, who questioned the government's authority.
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Her writings on antiestablishmentarianism often critique the traditional power structures within society.
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During the meeting, they discussed how antiestablishmentarianism can influence future political movements and change in governance.
Synonyms
To oppose the system and people in power
A belief in opposing authority and strict rules
Being against usual political institutions and public debate
A belief against government power and control in people's lives
Antonyms
- Formal
A belief in supporting traditional institutions like the government or the church
How Opposed
Surface Forms
Morphology
antiestablishmentarianism = antiestablishmentarian (semi-transparent) = anti + establish + ment + arian + ism
Adding -ism to antiestablishmentarian is a regular derivation, but the resulting doctrine sense is somewhat specialized rather than fully predictable.
Etymology
The word antiestablishmentarianism breaks into parts: anti- meaning 'against', establishment meaning 'the people in power or the usual system', plus -arian (as in vegetarian) meaning 'person' and -ism meaning 'a belief or movement'. So, antiestablishmentarianism is the belief or movement of people who are 'against' the established order.