Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh n-struhk-shuh-nist]
- /kənˈstrʌk ʃə nɪst/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kuh n-struhk-shuh-nist]
- /kənˈstrʌk ʃə nɪst/
Definitions of constructionism word
- noun constructionism an educational theory holding that children learn most effectively when actively doing, or constructing, things, rather than being taught information in a traditional schooling method 3
- noun constructionism the theory that beliefs are constructed socially or culturally 3
- noun constructionism a person who construes or interprets, especially laws or the like, in a specific manner: a strict constructionist. 1
- noun constructionism (legal) A strict interpretation of the actual words and phrases used in law, rather to any underlying intent. 1
- noun constructionism (law) A strict interpretation of the actual words and phrases used in law, rather to any underlying intent. 0
- noun constructionism (social sciences) The idea that people learn about, or perceive the world by constructing mental models. 0
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Origin of constructionism
First appearance:
before 1835 One of the 34% newest English words
First recorded in 1835-45; construction + -ist
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Parts of speech for Constructionism
noun
adjective
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pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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constructionism popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
constructionism usage trend in Literature
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