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- [kuh n-fawr-mist]
- /kənˈfɔr mɪst/
- /kənˈfɔːmɪz(ə)m /
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh n-fawr-mist]
- /kənˈfɔr mɪst/
Definitions of conformism word
- noun conformism the tendency to adopt the attitudes, behaviour, dress, etc, of the group to which one belongs 3
- noun conformism a person who conforms, especially unquestioningly, to the usual practices or standards of a group, society, etc. 1
- noun conformism (often initial capital letter) a person who conforms to the usages of an established church, especially the Church of England. 1
- adjective conformism of or characterized by conforming, especially in action or appearance. 1
- noun conformism A willingness to conform; conformity. 1
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Origin of conformism
First appearance:
before 1625 One of the 42% oldest English words
First recorded in 1625-35; conform + -ist
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Parts of speech for Conformism
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
conformism popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 68% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
conformism usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for conformism
noun conformism
- conventionality — the quality or characteristic of being conventional, esp in behaviour, thinking, etc
- conformity — If something happens in conformity with something such as a law or someone's wishes, it happens as the law says it should, or as the person wants it to.
- orthodoxy — orthodox belief or practice.
- traditionalism — adherence to tradition as authority, especially in matters of religion.
- compliance — a disposition to yield to or comply with others
Antonyms for conformism
noun conformism
- dissidence — disagreement: political dissidence.
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