traditionalism
/trə'diʃnəlizm/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A philosophical doctrine: The belief that all knowledge originates from divine revelation and is preserved through established traditions.
- Adherence to tradition: A strong attachment to traditional practices, especially in cultural or religious contexts.
- Strict adherence to traditional methods: The practice of following established customs or teachings very closely, often resisting change or innovation.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The traditionalism of the community was evident in its annual festivals. (The community's strong attachment to tradition was clear in its yearly celebrations.)
- His traditionalism in teaching methods clashed with the school's new technological approach. (His strict adherence to old teaching methods conflicted with the school's modern strategy.)
- The scholar studied religious traditionalism in the 19th century. (The academic researched the doctrine of adhering to religious traditions during that period.)
Advanced Usage
- As a sociological concept: Used to describe a conservative force in society that values historical continuity.
- The traditionalism of the institution made reform difficult. (The institution's deep-rooted respect for old ways made change hard to achieve.)
- In art and culture: Refers to a style or movement that draws heavily on past forms and rejects avant-garde trends.
- The architect's work was noted for its traditionalism, favoring classical designs. (The architect's buildings were known for their use of historical styles.)
Variants and Related Words
- Traditionalist (noun): A person who supports or practices traditionalism.
- He was a traditionalist who valued old customs.
- Traditionalistic (adjective): Characterized by or advocating traditionalism.
- The society had a traditionalistic worldview.
Synonyms
- Conservatism: Commitment to traditional values and ideas, often with opposition to change.
- Orthodoxy: Authorized or generally accepted theory, doctrine, or practice.
- Conventionalism: Adherence to conventional principles or practices.
Antonyms
- Modernism: A style or movement in the arts that aims to break with classical and traditional forms.
- Innovation: The action or process of introducing new methods, ideas, or products.
- Progressivism: Support for or advocacy of social reform and new, liberal ideas.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- To be a bastion of traditionalism: To be a stronghold or center of traditional values.
- The university was often seen as a bastion of traditionalism. (The university was frequently viewed as a strong defender of traditional ways.)
- A clash between traditionalism and modernism: A conflict between old, established ways and new, contemporary ideas.
- The debate represented a classic clash between traditionalism and modernism. (The argument was a typical conflict between old values and new ones.)
Noun
- the doctrine that all knowledge was originally derived by divine revelation and that it is transmitted by traditions
- adherence to tradition (especially in cultural or religious matters)
- strict adherence to traditional methods or teachings