equalitarianism
- noun
- /ˌiːkwəˈtɛəriənɪzəm/
- The organization advocates for equalitarianism by fighting against discrimination based on gender, race, or economic status.
Examples
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If you replaced "feminism" with "equalitarianism" (or some less hideous synonym thereof), I would agree.
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Equalitarianism promotes the idea that all individuals should have equal rights and opportunities in society.
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However, using "feminism" as a synonym for "equalitarianism" is akin to using "Episcopalian" as a synonym for "atheist."
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Her writings on equalitarianism emphasize the importance of creating a fair society where everyone is treated equally.
Synonyms
People have the same rights, position, and opportunities
Fair and equal treatment of people, for example at work or school
A belief that all people in society should have equal rights and chances
Equal rights and chances for all people in society and politics
A situation in which people have the same rights and status
People have the same rights and chances
Antonyms
How Egalitarian
Surface Forms
Morphology
equalitarianism = equalitarian (transparent) = equal + itarian + ism
Built from the adjective 'equalitarian' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ism', so the meaning (belief in equality) follows directly.
Etymology
Equalitarianism is built from the common word equal ('the same') plus the ending -itarian (as in humanitarian, which is about people) and -ism ('belief' or 'system'). So, equalitarianism is the belief that people should be treated the same in society.