moderatism
Definition
Noun: 1. A political philosophy or stance: The belief in or advocacy of avoiding extreme political positions, especially those of the far left and far right, in favor of a moderate, centrist, or middle course of action.
Usage
Moderatism is used to describe a deliberate political ideology or approach that seeks compromise and balance between opposing ideological extremes. - It is often discussed in political theory, commentary, and analysis. - It is a formal term, more common in academic or analytical writing than in everyday conversation.
Examples
- The candidate's platform was defined by its moderatism, appealing to voters tired of partisan extremes.
- In a time of political polarization, some scholars argue for a return to the principles of moderatism.
- His moderatism was evident in his refusal to endorse the more radical proposals from either wing of his party.
Advanced Usage
- As a guiding principle: can be presented not just as a tactic but as a core philosophical belief in governance.
- The senator's career was a testament to his unwavering moderatism.
Variants and Related Words
- Moderate (adjective/noun): Holding or characterized by moderate views; a person who holds moderate views.
- She is a moderate on economic policy.
- Moderation (noun): The process of eliminating or lessening extremes; the quality of being moderate.
- He argued for moderation in all things.
- Centrism (noun): A political ideology involving a specific concentration on the center of the political spectrum. is a close synonym but can imply a more specific focus on the center, while emphasizes the of extremes.
Synonyms
- Centrism
- Middle-of-the-road politics
- Political moderation
Antonyms
- Extremism
- Radicalism
- Partisanship (in the sense of rigid adherence to a party's extreme views)
Noun
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a political philosophy of avoiding the extremes of left and right by taking a moderate position or course of action
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