fanatism
Definition
Noun: 1. Excessive intolerance of opposing views: An extreme, uncompromising, and often aggressive attachment to a particular belief, opinion, or cause, characterized by a refusal to accept or consider alternative perspectives.
Usage
The word "fanatism" describes an attitude or state of mind. It is used to criticize an extreme and irrational level of devotion that leads to the rejection of all differing ideas. It is a formal and critical term.
Examples
- The political debate was poisoned by an atmosphere of fanatism, where compromise was seen as betrayal.
- His fanatism on the issue made any rational discussion impossible.
- The regime was known for its fanatism and brutal suppression of dissent.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in sociological, political, or religious contexts to analyze extremist ideologies.
- It can describe the quality of a person's belief system or the prevailing mood of a group.
Variants and Related Words
- Fanatic (noun): A person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal for a cause. (e.g., ).
- Fanatic (adjective): Filled with or expressing excessive zeal. (e.g., ).
- Fanaticism (noun): This is the far more common and preferred synonym for "fanatism." The meanings are identical.
Synonyms
- Zealotry
- Extremism
- Dogmatism
- Bigotry (specifically implies intolerance based on prejudice)
Antonyms
- Tolerance
- Open-mindedness
- Moderatism
- Compromise
Notes on Usage
"Fanaticism" is the standard and overwhelmingly more frequent term in modern English. "Fanatism" is a rare variant. For clarity and to align with common usage, "fanaticism" is recommended.
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excessive intolerance of opposing views
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